The numbers of infected are far higher than reported, the narrative of an October wave is world wide and not completely substantiated as it is deduced from elevated testing volumes. Absolutely no action by the government will stop COVID in Nassau at this point - Government restrictions of any type will further kill the economy and people as a result- let the economy run if there is anything left of it! And free the people of this control crap - open the beaches! Instant testing, open tourism entirely! Seriously!.
Absolutely we don’t need to be treated like idiots while trying to keep things afloat in the private sector.
Furthermore government needs to promise NOT to lockdown again before anyone can get anything substantial done to fight this war on COVID.
Enforce testing and allow alternate testing methods as the FDA has done, Open the economy 100% and keep it open no matter what - its a sinking ship at least give us a fighting chance - either that or give EACH citizen and investor a cheque for a years expenses NIB is doing whatever they feel like- changing how long they support persons to suit themselves!! Banks are trying to help as they seemingly are about to go out of business under pressure Don’t force people to wear masks outdoors or in their cars (it’s stupid) Don’t reduce store days or hours (it’s stupid) and only causes crowding- reduce occupancy Don’t close the beaches! post maximum Occupancy - put polite defence force officers to enforce this (people have a right to liberty in truly free countries??!!)
Don’t restrict inter island travel - require rapid testing before boarding aircraft. (As UAE did/does)
This war will last a lot longer than 6 months - try 24 months plus. Remember the current goal is to flatten the curve - eliminating the spread will only come with herd immunity with this one (Sweden)
Lastly what is the point of having such a large government if only a few representatives and the PM actually take part in governing and in the decision process? We’re any representatives consulted, do any of them object to anything or are they just collecting a paycheque with benefits and a government plate? Or are they discouraged because they know the system doesn’t work? Take action, get involved.
Chief - ever heard the saying - “its better to remain silent and thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt.” ?!!
Never, ever treat Bahamians different than tourists or non Bahamians and you might have a foundation for a free country!!!!!! The government has no place doing what they are doing to the extent they are doing it!!!
It’s absolute bull to think those are the only choices!
But no wonder idiots are making the decisions they are making. There is a saying it takes years to develop a good reputation and no time at all to develop a bad one-tourism could employ technology and the country could be busy right now- but no - just destroy it using fear - great job!
We can only hope that the country realizes it MUST reopen entirely in order to survive - with protective measures in place as they should be.
What is the government's motive other than unabated POWER! Maybe they just want the populace even more dependent on a broken system. 11 persons dead is horrible but does not justify all of the rest, how many die each year from the flu transmission that took place in Bahamas? - this will not end for years - the new norm has to include a full reopening and a method for managing it while still maintaining freedom!
The leaders have to put trust in the people - the more at risk demographic will have to be individually smart enough to protect themselves without everyone losing their freedoms - lock down can not last. Also people won't travel with the uncertainty of a future border lockdown or beach restriction at any time the Government's scientists dictate it- this BS has to end.
professionalbahamian says...
The numbers of infected are far higher than reported, the narrative of an October wave is world wide and not completely substantiated as it is deduced from elevated testing volumes. Absolutely no action by the government will stop COVID in Nassau at this point - Government restrictions of any type will further kill the economy and people as a result- let the economy run if there is anything left of it! And free the people of this control crap - open the beaches! Instant testing, open tourism entirely! Seriously!.
On Paying a price for dicing with COVID: 48 hours to agree new tactic to halt New Providence/Abaco surge
Posted 5 October 2020, 10:10 p.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
instant (**not** the deep nasal q-tip crap) post testing only. be smart bahamas.
so much lost revenue due to stupidity and arrogance.
On Increased testing eyed as tourism's quarantine answer
Posted 29 September 2020, 5:24 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Thank you Mr Myers!
Absolutely we don’t need to be treated like idiots while trying to keep things afloat in the private sector.
Furthermore government needs to promise NOT to lockdown again before anyone can get anything substantial done to fight this war on COVID.
Enforce testing and allow alternate testing methods as the FDA has done,
Open the economy 100% and keep it open no matter what - its a sinking ship at least give us a fighting chance - either that or give EACH citizen and investor a cheque for a years expenses NIB is doing whatever they feel like- changing how long they support persons to suit themselves!! Banks are trying to help as they seemingly are about to go out of business under pressure
Don’t force people to wear masks outdoors or in their cars (it’s stupid)
Don’t reduce store days or hours (it’s stupid) and only causes crowding- reduce occupancy
Don’t close the beaches! post maximum Occupancy - put polite defence force officers to enforce this (people have a right to liberty in truly free countries??!!)
Don’t restrict inter island travel - require rapid testing before boarding aircraft. (As UAE did/does)
This war will last a lot longer than 6 months - try 24 months plus. Remember the current goal is to flatten the curve - eliminating the spread will only come with herd immunity with this one (Sweden)
Lastly what is the point of having such a large government if only a few representatives and the PM actually take part in governing and in the decision process? We’re any representatives consulted, do any of them object to anything or are they just collecting a paycheque with benefits and a government plate? Or are they discouraged because they know the system doesn’t work? Take action, get involved.
On 'Stop beating country with the stupid stick'
Posted 20 August 2020, 9:19 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Yeah more red tape and BS control - that should really help our tourism product!!!!!!
Just enforce the laws currently in place and require all crew to have work permits- don’t give the police state more power.
On 'Airbnbs of ocean' face satellite tracking plans
Posted 16 August 2020, 8:04 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Love it! Keep it coming- maybe some will catch on.
On A COMIC'S VIEW: If the animals could talk to Farmer Minnis
Posted 8 August 2020, 12:22 p.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Chief - ever heard the saying - “its better to remain silent and thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt.” ?!!
Never, ever treat Bahamians different than tourists or non Bahamians and you might have a foundation for a free country!!!!!! The government has no place doing what they are doing to the extent they are doing it!!!
On As The Bahamas is rocked by 55 new cases, PM says: ‘We were afraid to stop travel’
Posted 24 July 2020, 10:24 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
It’s absolute bull to think those are the only choices!
But no wonder idiots are making the decisions they are making.
There is a saying it takes years to develop a good reputation and no time at all to develop a bad one-tourism could employ technology and the country could be busy right now- but no - just destroy it using fear - great job!
On INSIGHT: What choice do we have? After all the years of independence we only have one hand to play
Posted 15 July 2020, 8:31 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Good Job idiot Minnis!
Make criminals out of tourists who only come visit for the sand, sun, and sea.
Maybe they should sue the government for closing the beaches after they booked their vacation?!
On Three female US tourists climb locked fence at Cabbage Beach
Posted 15 July 2020, 8:23 a.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
Oracle,
You are absolutely correct.
Will "they" listen. No "F" in "WAY" lol.
Maybe once the crooked powers that be are inline to benefit the most from allowing solutions.
On EDITORIAL: Power supply in peril — and it’s time for government to act
Posted 14 July 2020, 12:01 p.m. Suggest removal
professionalbahamian says...
We can only hope that the country realizes it MUST reopen entirely in order to survive - with protective measures in place as they should be.
What is the government's motive other than unabated POWER! Maybe they just want the populace even more dependent on a broken system. 11 persons dead is horrible but does not justify all of the rest, how many die each year from the flu transmission that took place in Bahamas? - this will not end for years - the new norm has to include a full reopening and a method for managing it while still maintaining freedom!
The leaders have to put trust in the people - the more at risk demographic will have to be individually smart enough to protect themselves without everyone losing their freedoms - lock down can not last. Also people won't travel with the uncertainty of a future border lockdown or beach restriction at any time the Government's scientists dictate it- this BS has to end.
On Five days after one company secured hours extension, others to open til 9pm
Posted 14 July 2020, 11:54 a.m. Suggest removal