**All** of human history is marked by blood spilled in conquests and the degradation, subjugation or extinction of the conquered. How many did the ancient Greeks, Romans and Mesopotamians decimate in their quest for more? Yet we still quote their philosophers, marvel at their architectural accomplishments and read their poetry! Where are the ancient Maya, Inca or Aztecs? How many native American Indian tribes were obliterated during the conquest of America? How many know of the ongoing slave trade that existed in Africa facilitated by Africans, even before Europeans and how it thrived under black tribes that benefitted greatly from trading slaves for muskets, gunpowder etc.? How many know of African kings and queens who owned and even sacrificed black slaves in various festivals and rituals etc.?
Its time to grow up, move on. ALL human history is marked by acts of evil against other humans and it still carries on today. That does not make it right, but is just a fact. The statue does not celebrate Columbus' faults and shortcomings (which ALL humans have) but a bold act of discovery which brought this part of the world into global view. That is a part of our history, like it or not. The colonial mindset has far less to do with Columbus than it does with the statue in front of Parliament. And even that should stay where it is!
Leave the statue where it is, place a plaque to add perspective and move on! And by the way, my idea is cheaper too!
Interesting how money is always available to quiet public outrage (I don't believe they were ordered in February).
This is a token act. The cameras will never work when necessary to undermine police, but will always work to justify their "being in fear of their lives". Another waste of money!
... herd immunity can only be acquired through exposure to the virus, but it comes with a risk of death to the vulnerable. Antibody testing would confirm just how much exposure we have had and it makes it easier to predict the impact of a second wave of the virus. That is why we need it!
@proudlounandfnm... he made an unimpressive minister of health (unless you like talk and no action) and is making a dumb decision shooting himself in the foot while trying to cast shade on the government. That is not a sign of intelligence, but we all have our opinions and we all have one vote!
The actions and decisions of the WHO has been questionable in their efforts to protect China and much of their advice should be take with caution. Of the over 8 million cases of COVID 19 there have been zero cases where a person has gotten it twice! This should mean that the best method to use is probably high quality rapid antibody test kits. This would at least let you know who was already exposed to the infection since it is unlikely they will get reinfected in the short term. It is this group of persons who should be allowed to return to work and it is this group of tourists that should be allowed into the country, while still wearing masks.
The government cannot be allowed to continue to decimate the economy with no scientific basis!
... its pretty simple, you go out to eat then buy some liquor then go home and beat your kids or spouse (if people still get married) or significant other because you are frustrated that you don't have no money!
joeblow says...
**All** of human history is marked by blood spilled in conquests and the degradation, subjugation or extinction of the conquered. How many did the ancient Greeks, Romans and Mesopotamians decimate in their quest for more? Yet we still quote their philosophers, marvel at their architectural accomplishments and read their poetry! Where are the ancient Maya, Inca or Aztecs? How many native American Indian tribes were obliterated during the conquest of America? How many know of the ongoing slave trade that existed in Africa facilitated by Africans, even before Europeans and how it thrived under black tribes that benefitted greatly from trading slaves for muskets, gunpowder etc.? How many know of African kings and queens who owned and even sacrificed black slaves in various festivals and rituals etc.?
Its time to grow up, move on. ALL human history is marked by acts of evil against other humans and it still carries on today. That does not make it right, but is just a fact. The statue does not celebrate Columbus' faults and shortcomings (which ALL humans have) but a bold act of discovery which brought this part of the world into global view. That is a part of our history, like it or not. The colonial mindset has far less to do with Columbus than it does with the statue in front of Parliament. And even that should stay where it is!
Leave the statue where it is, place a plaque to add perspective and move on! And by the way, my idea is cheaper too!
On A museum is now the right place for Columbus statue
Posted 19 June 2020, 8:57 a.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
Thanks, because I wasn't sure if that was four yesses or two no's!
On NO TEST - YOU’RE NOT COMING IN: Rising infections in U.S. force retention of test for visitors after July 1
Posted 18 June 2020, 10:05 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
Interesting how money is always available to quiet public outrage (I don't believe they were ordered in February).
This is a token act. The cameras will never work when necessary to undermine police, but will always work to justify their "being in fear of their lives". Another waste of money!
On Body cams by August - Dames
Posted 18 June 2020, 7:55 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
There are more than 3 people in Elizabeth, Dr. ... one can't be an MP or PM without a seat!
He is trying to launch his coup 2 years too early. What a dimwit!!
On 'Awesome' Sands is backed by his people
Posted 18 June 2020, 7:48 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... I nodded four times!! What does that mean?
On NO TEST - YOU’RE NOT COMING IN: Rising infections in U.S. force retention of test for visitors after July 1
Posted 18 June 2020, 7:44 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... herd immunity can only be acquired through exposure to the virus, but it comes with a risk of death to the vulnerable. Antibody testing would confirm just how much exposure we have had and it makes it easier to predict the impact of a second wave of the virus. That is why we need it!
On NO TEST - YOU’RE NOT COMING IN: Rising infections in U.S. force retention of test for visitors after July 1
Posted 18 June 2020, 7:39 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
@proudlounandfnm... he made an unimpressive minister of health (unless you like talk and no action) and is making a dumb decision shooting himself in the foot while trying to cast shade on the government. That is not a sign of intelligence, but we all have our opinions and we all have one vote!
On Grand Bahama is worse of under Minnis, claims McAlpine
Posted 18 June 2020, 10:46 a.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
The actions and decisions of the WHO has been questionable in their efforts to protect China and much of their advice should be take with caution. Of the over 8 million cases of COVID 19 there have been zero cases where a person has gotten it twice!
This should mean that the best method to use is probably high quality rapid antibody test kits. This would at least let you know who was already exposed to the infection since it is unlikely they will get reinfected in the short term. It is this group of persons who should be allowed to return to work and it is this group of tourists that should be allowed into the country, while still wearing masks.
The government cannot be allowed to continue to decimate the economy with no scientific basis!
https://www.epmmagazine.com/news/uk-app…
On NO TEST - YOU’RE NOT COMING IN: Rising infections in U.S. force retention of test for visitors after July 1
Posted 18 June 2020, 10:43 a.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
@moncurcool... do you realize African kings and queens owned and traded in black slaves too!!! What a laugh!
On In defence of the statue of Columbus
Posted 17 June 2020, 10:17 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... its pretty simple, you go out to eat then buy some liquor then go home and beat your kids or spouse (if people still get married) or significant other because you are frustrated that you don't have no money!
On 'Too early' to decide new/increased taxes
Posted 17 June 2020, 10:12 p.m. Suggest removal