Jamaica’s government and private sector must seek to adopt policies that not only coordinate economic and trade policies but other domestic policies that encourage wider participation in the economy. The more people that participate in the economy are the more that will become prosperous. Market based reforms should not be abandoned. A program of gentrification [...]
The history, traditions and culture of Jamaica are regarded as rich by most. As a child of the 1960s my earliest memories are full of personal experiences and first hand stories that confirm the fullness of daily life that existed. I fully appreciate now the practical wisdom I gained engaging in activities that are today [...]
In reflecting on the magnitude of Jamaica’s present social and economic problems, one cannot help but reminisce about the historical context of the tragic economic, political and social path the country has taken. The results, we witnessed as our present political leaders struggled to justify the unpopular decision to tax salt, syrup, noodle soup mix, [...]
The economic policies of Jamaica have consistently undermined the ability of the working people. It has relegated the majority of the public to a life of merely existing with the very basic necessities. This situation is made clear each time the budget is read, which is a blueprint of the public expenditures for the upcoming [...]
The euphoria of the Olympics has for the first time in many years opened the eyes of Jamaicans on how it feels to be collective winners. The nationalistic fervor has been captivating as the whole world “catch a fire” with the superb performance of Jamaican athletes. Many international news organizations attributed the excellence to the [...]
An edited speech given by Opposition spokesman on national security, Dr Peter D. Phillips, at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Kingston and published in the Jamaica Daily Gleaner on Sunday February 24 2008 should elicit some astonishment. It appears that when a political party serves as the opposition they can with profound [...]
Washington DC – The ninth annual State of the Black Union symposium was held in the Crescent City of New Orleans, Louisiana this past weekend. The event which was hosted by popular radio personality Tavis Smiley was broadcast live on the CSPAN channel. Notable participants included many representatives from various political and civil rights organizations. [...]
The long history of economic and social difficulties with which Jamaica struggles to solve requires intense study. These problems have stymied all efforts to reduce crime and improve the economy to increase opportunities for the citizens. It is therefore necessary to peel beneath multiple layers of obvious symptoms to examine the core ideological attitudes that [...]
Waiting in the sun to enter the port in Montego Bay. A year ago, while at Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport waiting to be cleared by customs, an individual, who I assumed was either a customs officer or had sufficient access, walked among the recently arrived passengers waiting to be cleared, offering to clear customs [...]