Support for the 'little man': A political myth
By Rupert Missick Jr
Eatin' piece of da pie: Second home ownership
For a country that abhors idolatry on the basis of its Christian faith we certainly do have a lot of sacred cows.
Reputational damage
ALL Caribbean nations have well-developed contingency plans in the event of a natural disaster. However, few have established procedures to address the issue of the damage caused to a nation’s image and reputation.
How soon is 'soon as possible'?
IN 1986, former Jamaican senator and Gleaner editor Hector Wynter said that cultural dominance should never deny press freedom. Three decades later, public dissatisfaction with the role that the media plays is still directly correlated to the level of access to information.
Negotiating with the gatekeeper: Young entrepreneurs and tourism
IF the movements made by a handful of young Bahamian professionals over the past year in tourism are any indication of the entrepreneurial thinking of their counterparts, then there is some hope for the future outlook of tourism in the Bahamas.
In pursuit of sustainable development: Domestic tourism
THE last time I visited Cat Island, I explored the exclusive peninsula on the north-west coast known as Pigeon Cay. Luxury homes dot the shoreline of Pigeon Cay, overlooking a beautiful inland creek and mangrove system as well as a stunning stretch of white sand beach.
An apology to Parliament (An exercise in wishful thinking)
Mr Speaker I rise to acknowledge that since our last meeting in this place, a fortnight overflowing with violence and death saw this year’s murder count approach that of 2012, the second highest catalogue of senseless carnage in our history.
The Cuban detainees and the long-awaited revolution
Rupert Missick Jr looks at the issues surrounding the Cuba detainees
The crisis of the invisible black man
BECAUSE we have passed through periods of emancipation, decolonization, desegregation and independence, there are many who assume that race – once the primary basis of prejudice against black people – is no longer a relevant topic for discussion.
Civic action group driving change through social media
A STORY of how one civic action group is using social media to drive public awareness on national issues. Forward, Upward, Onward, Together.
All this Bacon is making me sick: Peter Nygard and the spirit of division
WHEN it comes to the national affairs of the Bahamas, there are many things to be sick and tired about. Of all the things to vex the spirit, who could argue with someone for being sick and tired of hearing about Peter Nygard?
THE WAR AGAINST CRIMINALS - PART II
WE ARE presently engaged in a war against criminals, who are getting bolder.
Humble thoughts on VAT and its meaning
Let me open by saying that I am a born and raised Bahamian with a deep love for my country, its people and, of course, the beauty that surrounds us. We are very fortunate and we enjoy an unbelievable quality of life compared to many other Caribbean countries and countries around the world.
The war against criminals - PART 1
WE ARE presently engaged in a war against criminals, who are getting bolder.
Just not good enough
THE Water and Sewerage Corporation has complained about the “misleading” way in which The Tribune took it to task for continuing to allow $16 million worth of water to literally slip through the cracks each year.
