The Tribune

EDITOR, The Tribune.

The by-election is over and the FNM has lost, however in the aftermath and post-mortem of it all there is lots of noise in the market. The noise has become deafening so much so that amidst the noise there were screams for a new leader for the party, even screams from one who claimed he had got a recent beatdown.

What the big mouth did not scream or shout was that while the minions were crying for a change in the leader, Pintard’s support had grown tremendously with an increase in the level of confidence in his leadership.

Perhaps all attempts to remove Pintard should have happened prior to the by-election. The base has become more excited and the level of support has heightened as FNM supporters far and near are now recommitting anew to their party and to supporting Michael Pintard.

While nasty tactics are engaged and the ammo seemed to be firing from within and without many onlookers and supporters alike wish party leader Michael Pintard would speak and become squablly, however, Pintard has skillfully chosen his words to be few.

The minions scurry in an all out frenzy like dogs who do not bark at parked cars, constantly reassuring people to look again and recommit to master, skilled man, Michael Pintard.

While a fool pulls at your last ounce of patience to endure their presence there is another level needed when dealing with an old fool. While Dr Minnis may try to now distance himself from those whose sensationalism, erratic and lying tongues cause public disdain at the sight and sound of their appearance, it is honestly too late - the damage has been done.

Monies now being spent to recreate a leader who has caused national displeasure and encouraged his minions to attack the leadership and the brand only allowed those observing to become infuriated at any thought of a return of former leader Dr Hubert Minnis.

Not even a toupee, a facelift and a tummy tuck could reverse a national rejection. While the past is the past it will be no time soon that The Bahamas will forget or be so forgiving of one who once led with utter arrogance and disdain. Nor will there be anything more than a laughable embrace of the minions who now follow in tote.

Respectfully, sir, you have had your one and now YOU ARE DONE.

Down With the Real Leader

December 5, 2023