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Columns
The bauxite industry — the other side
It is easy to talk glibly about the bauxite industry's community contributions and to dismiss them as obligatory donations towards education, health, agriculture, youth development, and others. Read More
Lock, stock, and encrypted — 'The new king of ransom'
We've all had that “graduate or spend another year in school” kind of assignment, or that “career on the line” research or presentation. Like, what reason is there to exist any longer after managing to disregard all primal biological survival impulses to do unfathomable... Read More
Effectively using CCTV to fight crime
Due to the spiraling crime rate, the Minister of National Security Robert Montague has been exploring numerous avenues to reduce it. Read More
Transformation of the public sector — Part 2
One of the issues with which I often struggle as a public commentator and change agent is whether the efforts towards change matter; whether the efforts of reflecting, critiquing, making suggestions and taking other forms of action are really worth it. If one is not careful one can become... Read More
Look out for African fashion
EARLIER this week my comments about the recent Jamaica Observer report on Caribbean FashionWeek showcase were questioned, with civility and good manners — a rare commodity these days. The response came from one who spoke with respect, even as I gave my views. The person who was involved in... Read More
Holness's zones of special operations may kill many poor, black youth
The prime minister's innovation in crime fighting is here, and we will sleep with open doors, so take a last look back. We are heading for record murders, so it is time for a frank conversation, no matter who takes offence. Read More
Pride gives courage, hope, opportunity
LGBT+ Pride celebrations are happening all over the world and Jamaica is set to have their celebrations during August 1 – 7. This year, the theme is Celebrating LGBT Life & Culture in Jamaica, the Caribbean and the Diaspora. #PRiDEJA2017 Read More
'Upon this rock I build my church'
Today, June 29, is the feast of Sts Peter and Paul. It is of ancient origin within Christianity. This year the feast day coincides with a historic Jamaican event: Portia Simpson Miller and Omar Davies have indicated that they will resign from Parliament effective today. There are indeed... Read More
Stay conscious? We prefer to stay woke
In reference to Franklin Johnston's column published in the Jamaica Observer on Friday, June 16, 2017, 'Should China build our Parliament at Heroes' Park?' The article reads of benevolence and a naivety of foreign policy, yet it concludes with “Stay conscious!” Ironically,... Read More
Is the PM serious about fighting corruption in Jamaica?
Persistently and consistently surveys of Jamaicans' attitude to corruption reveal that most believe they are living in a corrupt society. They believe that the major institutions — the constabulary, the judiciary, Government and its agencies, to name a few — are woefully corrupt and... Read More
In pursuit of a fair minimum wage
I ncreasing the minimum wage is a hotly debated issue in economics, and in political discourse more generally. On the one hand, supporters of increasing the minimum wage argue it will lead to a higher standard of living among low-income workers and their families. On the... Read More
Charting the course for success — Part 1
Jamaica has been trying for many decades to reconfigure the education system so that our children can gain more from the learning process. Having produced many scholars and experts who are au fait with the ins and outs of the education system and what it should be, the... Read More
No need to disband INDECOM, Dr Sangster
Dr Alfred Sangster, writing in the Jamaica Observer dated Wednesday, June 14, 2017 in a letter to the editor headlined 'Disband INDECOM [Independent Commission of Investigations] and re-establish Civilian Oversight Authority', declared that it is his view that INDECOM... Read More
Raising age of consent is foreplay for disaster
Raising the age of consent from 16 to 18 is foreplay for disaster. This was proposed by the People's National Party's (PNP) Women's Movement as part of their recommendations to amend the Sexual Offences Act. Opposing them was the Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network, who rightly stated that raising... Read More
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