... just how much has the national debt increased since they took office? Just how much pressure have been put on poor people because they now have to pay VAT on breadbasket items?
... it is because of career politicians like Brave that this country is in the state it is in. I have no interest in their fancy words when their actions don't line up in doing what is best for the country!
... this country and her people were very different just 40 short years ago. People were more trustworthy, honorable, hard working and sensible. As this country strayed from its moral foundations, we became more corrupt, self centered and morally undisciplined. Now we are reaping the fruit of abandoning the values we held in esteem, but will we learn?
... Bahamians, not only visitors, also deserve the best service for their hard earned money and to facilitate this, mandatory gratuities should be stopped. Every server should have to earn their tips and gratuities based on the service they give! Bahamians know how to take your money, but too many don't give good service!
Far more important than discussing the idea of becoming a "republic" is having term limits for politicians, including PM's. Nobody should be able to make a career out of suckling at the public purse. MP's should have higher salaries and should be able to serve two terms maximum, then retire without a pension. That would be national service.
Our country is worse off for having people in positions of influence and power for 20 years or more!
... we tried to be "independent" and have failed miserably at it (uncontrolled debt, illegal immigration, systemic corruption, failing health and education systems etc). We would have been better off if we remained a British colony. At least we would have a better educated populace with greater administrative efficiency in government.
Lastly, remember, the Brits were in Abaco to offer substantive help after Dorian, long before our own RBDF. So, do we really want to go it alone?
joeblow says...
... just how much has the national debt increased since they took office? Just how much pressure have been put on poor people because they now have to pay VAT on breadbasket items?
These guys just like to hear themselves talk!
On FIRST YEAR IN OFFICE: PM says strong foundation has been laid for future progress and recovery
Posted 29 September 2022, 8:09 a.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... once heard something a bout lying down with dogs and something about fleas, but I forget how it goes!
On Woman claims police giving little help over abusive ex
Posted 27 September 2022, 7:55 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... one thing is consistently true, this country NEVER gets value for money!
On RBDF Commodore to present capital development plans
Posted 27 September 2022, 3:10 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... it is because of career politicians like Brave that this country is in the state it is in. I have no interest in their fancy words when their actions don't line up in doing what is best for the country!
On Warning over dangers affecting the Bahamas
Posted 26 September 2022, 3:39 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... this country and her people were very different just 40 short years ago. People were more trustworthy, honorable, hard working and sensible. As this country strayed from its moral foundations, we became more corrupt, self centered and morally undisciplined. Now we are reaping the fruit of abandoning the values we held in esteem, but will we learn?
On The Word and The Bahamas
Posted 22 September 2022, 5:09 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... Bahamians, not only visitors, also deserve the best service for their hard earned money and to facilitate this, mandatory gratuities should be stopped. Every server should have to earn their tips and gratuities based on the service they give! Bahamians know how to take your money, but too many don't give good service!
On ‘Best bang for dollar’ to counter rate hikes
Posted 22 September 2022, 4:50 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... based on how often 'Brave' is seen in a mask in public settings and photo ops, I thought the mandate had been lifted long ago!
On UPDATED: MASK MANDATE LIFTED ON OCT 1...but requirement stays in classrooms, healthcare facilities and care homes
Posted 22 September 2022, 8:05 a.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
Far more important than discussing the idea of becoming a "republic" is having term limits for politicians, including PM's. Nobody should be able to make a career out of suckling at the public purse. MP's should have higher salaries and should be able to serve two terms maximum, then retire without a pension. That would be national service.
Our country is worse off for having people in positions of influence and power for 20 years or more!
On PM: NOT THE TIME FOR REPUBLIC DEBATE – Discussion can be had after official mourning period ends
Posted 15 September 2022, 4:45 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... we tried to be "independent" and have failed miserably at it (uncontrolled debt, illegal immigration, systemic corruption, failing health and education systems etc). We would have been better off if we remained a British colony. At least we would have a better educated populace with greater administrative efficiency in government.
Lastly, remember, the Brits were in Abaco to offer substantive help after Dorian, long before our own RBDF. So, do we really want to go it alone?
On Bahamas ‘not ready’ for step to republic
Posted 13 September 2022, 5:04 p.m. Suggest removal
joeblow says...
... the fact that that issue was obviously ignored is suspicious!
On Seven more die from COVID
Posted 12 September 2022, 5:14 p.m. Suggest removal