Man, take that BAMSI nonsense and go fly a kite. The Bahamian people considered that in 2021 and overwhelmingly decided that either the BAMSI issue was not important or the FNM was such a bunch of awful, unprepared, feckless miscreants that they didn't deserve the honour of leading the country. Retire the splenetic "but what about" narrative and present Bahamians with a new plan about why the hapless FNM deserves the honour to lead the country again.
Slightly disagree with Hubert regarding the political characterisation.
Two PMs - himself included - from two different political parties brought this issue to the people via referendum. Both times the referendum were soundly defeated (Ingraham's referendum was set up to fail, and he should have known better - but that is a story for a different time).
I agree with the women's characterisation. In the main, Bahamian women do not care about this issue - for whatever reason (with both referenda, less than 50% of women voted in favour). Sure, some upper crust women (Holowesko, Sharon Wilson) and some so-called freedom fighters (the overly mean-spirited Alicia *something or other*) raise the topic. But clearly this is a niche issue, that the rank-and-file Bahamian woman doesn't care about. Not sure why. (And no, blaming husbands or the church is pedantic, childish drivel.)
He is right, however, that absent a groundswell in support, politicians will not touch this issue with a ten-foot pole.
1) The law already provides a "fixed" date by which an election should be called (essentially 5 years from the first sitting in Parliament).
2) There is no clarion call for "fixed" election dates by the average Bahamian. This is an upper crust issue posited by those who have the luxury of financial security.
3) There has been no election in Bahamian history that has been affected by the lack of a fixed election (i.e. - democracy had its course, the people had their say, the respective political party won).
4) Ironically, save for Ingraham's snap election in 1997, every other government has held its tenure for the statutorily required timeframe (2021 is a substantial outlier, so I do not include that in this discussion).
I do not quibble with the suggestion in your last paragraph - fully endorse. I would only add that a "significant monument" has already been created for them that will live for posterity - the opera "Our Boys".
Written by Bahamian composer, lyricist, librettist and director Cleophas Adderley, Jr., "Our Boys" tells a dramatized version of the event of the HMBS Flamingo. It is the first and, to date, only opera to be performed in the english speaking West Indies.
The first production was staged in 1987 and starred Cleophas (tenor), himself, in the title role, and Bahamian baritone Kenneth Strachan - who was brilliant in this opera - as the HMBS Flamingo's captain.
A revival was staged in 1998, once again starring Cleophas and Kenneth, with Bahamians Antoine Wallace (tenor) and Candace Bain (soprano) in starring roles.
In my opinion, it remains the finest work ever produced by a Bahamian. Hoping for another revival soon.
It is ironic that you call (successive) governments "corrupt", but as evidence of said corruption you rely on reports of international organizations and standards setting bodies - who are the most corrupt, capricious and lawless institutions ever created.
Not quite. Section 24 of the Rules of the House Assembly prescribes that PAC comprises five "members" of the House. This is irrespective of what party the member represents (i.e. - government/opposition/etc.). You can read the Rules here: https://www.cpahq.org/media/c1emhpjj/ba…
tetelestai says...
Man, take that BAMSI nonsense and go fly a kite. The Bahamian people considered that in 2021 and overwhelmingly decided that either the BAMSI issue was not important or the FNM was such a bunch of awful, unprepared, feckless miscreants that they didn't deserve the honour of leading the country. Retire the splenetic "but what about" narrative and present Bahamians with a new plan about why the hapless FNM deserves the honour to lead the country again.
On PM hits out at absent Pintard
Posted 19 May 2025, 10:13 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
If the crux of your thesis is the irascible, racist Michael Scott, then you are even more delusional than I thought.
On Gov’t reveals $120M sale price for Grand Lucayan
Posted 19 May 2025, 3:50 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
If you have a better proposition, we, in Grand Bahama, are all ears.
On Gov’t reveals $120M sale price for Grand Lucayan
Posted 19 May 2025, 3:49 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
Slightly disagree with Hubert regarding the political characterisation.
Two PMs - himself included - from two different political parties brought this issue to the people via referendum. Both times the referendum were soundly defeated (Ingraham's referendum was set up to fail, and he should have known better - but that is a story for a different time).
I agree with the women's characterisation. In the main, Bahamian women do not care about this issue - for whatever reason (with both referenda, less than 50% of women voted in favour). Sure, some upper crust women (Holowesko, Sharon Wilson) and some so-called freedom fighters (the overly mean-spirited Alicia *something or other*) raise the topic. But clearly this is a niche issue, that the rank-and-file Bahamian woman doesn't care about. Not sure why. (And no, blaming husbands or the church is pedantic, childish drivel.)
He is right, however, that absent a groundswell in support, politicians will not touch this issue with a ten-foot pole.
On Ingraham: Bahamian women lack urgency on citizenship inequality
Posted 16 May 2025, 11:01 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
1) The law already provides a "fixed" date by which an election should be called (essentially 5 years from the first sitting in Parliament).
2) There is no clarion call for "fixed" election dates by the average Bahamian. This is an upper crust issue posited by those who have the luxury of financial security.
3) There has been no election in Bahamian history that has been affected by the lack of a fixed election (i.e. - democracy had its course, the people had their say, the respective political party won).
4) Ironically, save for Ingraham's snap election in 1997, every other government has held its tenure for the statutorily required timeframe (2021 is a substantial outlier, so I do not include that in this discussion).
This issue is much ado about nothing.
On Who will deliver fixed date elections?
Posted 15 May 2025, 3:39 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
I do not quibble with the suggestion in your last paragraph - fully endorse. I would only add that a "significant monument" has already been created for them that will live for posterity - the opera "Our Boys".
Written by Bahamian composer, lyricist, librettist and director Cleophas Adderley, Jr., "Our Boys" tells a dramatized version of the event of the HMBS Flamingo. It is the first and, to date, only opera to be performed in the english speaking West Indies.
The first production was staged in 1987 and starred Cleophas (tenor), himself, in the title role, and Bahamian baritone Kenneth Strachan - who was brilliant in this opera - as the HMBS Flamingo's captain.
A revival was staged in 1998, once again starring Cleophas and Kenneth, with Bahamians Antoine Wallace (tenor) and Candace Bain (soprano) in starring roles.
In my opinion, it remains the finest work ever produced by a Bahamian.
Hoping for another revival soon.
On Fallen Marines of HMBS FLAMINGO Honoured at 45th Anniversary Memorial Service
Posted 13 May 2025, 4:15 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
The Guardian's story covers this issue much more robustly. Read it here:
https://www.thenassauguardian.com/news/…
Tribune too busy trying to play politics.
On ‘Fears eased’ on Cuban workers
Posted 9 May 2025, 5:42 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
This dude think Rubio is the bastion for scruples and integrity - LMAO.
On Pintard predicts early general election as he calls for fixed date
Posted 9 May 2025, 5:32 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
It is ironic that you call (successive) governments "corrupt", but as evidence of said corruption you rely on reports of international organizations and standards setting bodies - who are the most corrupt, capricious and lawless institutions ever created.
On Munroe: I’m not aware of child abduction cases
Posted 9 May 2025, 5:19 a.m. Suggest removal
tetelestai says...
Not quite. Section 24 of the Rules of the House Assembly prescribes that PAC comprises five "members" of the House. This is irrespective of what party the member represents (i.e. - government/opposition/etc.). You can read the Rules here: https://www.cpahq.org/media/c1emhpjj/ba…
On Pintard wants White to take Lewis’ place on PAC
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