SP 11 years, 1 month ago on Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
Your point is exactly why the Bahamas must replicate Bermudas' citizenship laws.
Naturalized citizens like DEDDIE are not, and cannot be expected to be loyal to the Bahamas and Bahamians when their roots, family and culture are Haitian or otherwise.
This category of "paper citizenship" individuals should not have voting rights or a voice in our country as their "TRUE" allegiance" will always be with the land of their heritage.
ThisIsOurs 11 years, 1 month ago on 24-year-old man shot dead in Pinewood area
24-year-old man shot dead in Pinewood area
Pinewood MP Khaalis Rolle was at the scene and told reporters violent crime in the country will not be curbed until the the root of the problem is targeted and addressed.
So true, ROOT = corrupt politicians.
Conflict of interest = "I, my family, friend, fiancée, mistress, or business associate will benefit financially if I award this contract to this company"
Integrity = "if I say I want to promote urban renewal, I cannot take money from an organization that does nothing to uplift the status of the members of that community"
Ethics/bribery= " if I have professional ethics I will not taken money from an investor to push their project through cabinet, that would be bribery"
Extortion = "I will not ask a wealthy investor to pay me money to push their project"
Tiefin = "I will not demand that contractors pay me for every project I award to them"
Teifin again = "I will not award a contract to someone at a price far exceeding the fair market value with an agreement that they pay me a kickback when they get their payment.
Money laundering = "using legitimate operations (like urban renewal) which apparently have no financial controls to funnel dirty money.
Professional ethics again = "I will not use my position to set up a personal harem among the females at my ministry"
Ethics again = " I will not appoint persons to positions that they are clearly unqualified for and where the only things they can accomplish are confusion and degradation of employee morale
Mr Rolle, the next time you address parliament, let the other MP's know that until we get rid of all colleagues guilty of any ofthese offences, crime will continue to skyrocket. The criminals are modelling themselves after YOU.
John 11 years, 1 month ago on 24-year-old man shot dead in Pinewood area
24-year-old man shot dead in Pinewood area
We must reach out to these single mothers who continue to raise young men in the absence of their fathers. They cut the sons off from their fathers. These 'men' grow up with the emotions of a woman and a Jezebel spirit of jealousy and revenge in them. They are angry because all their life they heard the story that, 'all men are no good', and ' you gonna be jus like ya no good pa.' These young men are essentially emasculated by their own mothers, but they rather die than be sodomized. That is the problem we face.
DonAnthony 11 years, 1 month ago on Banks running out of time over 'scary' VAT
Banks running out of time over 'scary' VAT
The dirtiest four- letter word I can think of is B A N K. Bahamian banks have 20% of their loan portfolio in arrears, meaning they can not charge interest on these delinquent accounts. So to make up for this shortfall, they are increasing fees on their good customers! Their fees are absolutely criminal. Last week on top of the usual service fees, my bank added a $15 monthly fee, so I went in and closed my account and my credit card with them. Bahamians need to realize that the bank is not their friend, and is only interested in their profit and separating their customers from as much of their money as possible.
Stapedius 11 years, 1 month ago on Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
@ThisIsOurs. Its always good to see people who tend to observe and listen before speaking. I absoulutely agree with you that we have issues in this country that are inclusive of illegal immigration. We cannot continue to bury our heads and pretend it doesn't exist. When we do mount a response we are called xenophobes. Many Bahamians are well aware of the historic signifigance of the revolution in Haiti and what it meant for people of colour in this part of the world. Yes, the French screwed them and they have been dealt some pretty messed up cards. But the modern history of Haiti shows a leadership that has been corrupt and terrible to its own people and these were black men. See many people love to go back to the revolution story and not think about the opportunities for development that Haiti has had. If we as a people keep going on and using slavery as an excuse for our corrupt politicians and lack of development then we do ourselves a disservice. We should not forget our past, but we cannot continue to use it as an excuse for our own failures today.
Stapedius 11 years, 1 month ago on Haiti delegation to have talks
Haiti delegation to have talks
We love slackness. As soon as the Bahamian government acts then the Haitian government has seen it necessary to react. Fred Smith is an @#$. When the border patrols in Arizona and California are readily stopping and detaining Mexicans I haven't heard one word about genocide come from the human rights lips. The reason we haven't heard a word is because it is not genocide and Smith should have more sense when making public statements. He apears to have a serious hate for this country and nothing either government does is right. The reality is that the largest concentration of illegal immigrants in the country are Haitian as are Mexicans in certain areas of the US. So naturally the largest group to be detained will likely be of Haitian descent. That being said, it is my understanding that Cubans, Jamaicans and people of several other nationalities have also been detained for violation of our immigration laws. Mr. Smith always finds a way to grand stand and use the media to his benefit. Human rights is certainly important and we should all have respect for our fellow man. But, it is hard enough for the immigration officers to have to deal with the dangers of their job and on top of it be criticised for doing it. These are our young men and women going into some pretty gritty conditions and are having to sort out a whole range of social problems. Mr. Smith instead of always bashing everything the Bahamian government does I wonder if you are ever concerned about the protection and rights of our Defense Force Officers or Immigration officers. In many instances the RBDF have been fired up by Domincan fishing vessels. What about their rights?
SP 11 years, 1 month ago on Haiti delegation to have talks
Haiti delegation to have talks
Fred Smith was born a British subject in Haiti in 1956. Mr. Smith became a Bahamian citizen in 1973 upon the country’s independence. As child, he along with his parents divided their time between Haiti and The Bahamas.
Fred Smiths' "true roots" are Haitian, NOT Bahamian.
This is another shinning classic example of why it is of utmost importance for the Bahamas not issue "full citizenship" to expats and their children. These people will ALWAYS side with their country of origin.
Our country must replicate Bermudas' citizenship laws which would render a Fred Smith mute and voiceless in the affairs of Bahamians whom he cannot care about because he is "Haitian in spirit".
Read Bermudas' citizenship laws: ........... http://www.bermuda-online.org/citizensh…
Observer 11 years, 1 month ago on Haiti delegation to have talks
Haiti delegation to have talks
Fellow Bahamians, you were told that the Haitians are very adept at trickery.Now your eyes are wide open. You haven't seen the end yet. They are figuring now how to out maneuver you. The pastors, the associations, the ambassador, the president et al, are actively involved. They pretend not to understand that 'born in the Bahamas' refers to specific 'citizens' of the UK & Colonies, relative to 10 July 1973 and other legal provisions enacted prior to 1973, and others who were 'naturalized'. Aliens who landed in the Bahamas illegally were never considered, except, that they are criminals. As such they cannot be made eligible to be granted the privileges that pertain to citizenship.
Girly 11 years, 1 month ago on Haitian group rejects boycott
Haitian group rejects boycott
Excuse me.Are you living in your own La La land.Have you not heard the most derogatory and threatening remarks made by Haitians against Bahamians.Eg.wanting to use the Columbian necktie on our people.Or are you just one sided?I don't agree with derogatory remarks by ANYONE.Please don't side with just one.Look at the whole picture.
Regardless 11 years, 1 month ago on Human rights violations concern from Amnesty
Human rights violations concern from Amnesty
The local rep for Amnesty International should get his people straight. He has been living more than comfortably for years in this country off the estate of a relative who married into huge money. Having a hissy fit over the conditions at Fox Hill is one thing. Protecting our borders is another. If you are illegal, then you are not supposed to be here, including those who breed like rabbits.
Regardless 11 years, 1 month ago on Human rights violations concern from Amnesty
Human rights violations concern from Amnesty
Absolutely. On many occasions and it is for the most part a thankless task. Dedication to slamming the government for protecting the borders, albeit very late in the day, is not an act of generosity to Bahamians by an expat in his or her adopted home.
GrassRoot 11 years, 1 month ago on PM: Immigration backlash alarm
PM: Immigration backlash alarm
In a recent discussion a former public servant said, that Migrants are coming to the Bahamas because they get called. Our young men think they can stand at the corner all day and make money looking into the sun. The reality is that work gets done by the people we called, let (illegally) into the country and tolerated them for years. Its is our political and economical elite that prepared the stage for all these illegals to be here. This is all just loud noise to deflect from the real discussions in this country. Bahamians prefer to hire domestic help from Asia over hiring Bahamians. No one puts our country first - only their own pocket book.
shortpants 11 years, 1 month ago on Wells ‘will not speak about letter of intent’
Wells ‘will not speak about letter of intent’
Yes you may have spoken ,But you did it at a time when the stage belonged to honest people .You pull the lowest form of a stunt using Pastor Myles death .You was wrong but trust me 2017 you along with the rest of that dishonest party will feel the wrath from us .You know full well their is more to the story than you are telling but always remember when you dig one grave always remember to dig two .
Girly 11 years, 1 month ago on Mitchell firm over OAS concern on immigration policy
Mitchell firm over OAS concern on immigration policy
It's amazing how you people think that you are SOOOO smart and SOOOO much more intelligent but can't seem to be able to bring your dollar up and run at the first beck and call to come to the Bahamas.If you feel this way about us then KEEP out of our country.The Bahamas is the richest country in this part of the world.So tell me who is the more smarter of the two mmmmmmm.
ThisIsOurs 11 years, 1 month ago on Deputy Turnquest ‘ready to go to work’
Deputy Turnquest ‘ready to go to work’
They got the popular vote. For whatever reason. It doesn't mean the best person won. Anyone who's listened to Dr Minnis over the past two years is shaking in their boots right now, (Ms Turner would have gotten a similar reaction btw)
We've had a whole slew of politicians over the past forty years that we knew nothing about really, no idea of their management skills, ethics, leadership skills, but they ran good campaigns. Look at the current crew, they are HORRIBLE. But their fancy posters with bright young faces and their Bahamians first slogan were winners. There was nothing behind it but modern day train robbers.
They spit in our faces every day, they sold the country to the gambling operation, we see and hear about the local operators but we don't really know how deep those ties go. We don't know who our leaders really answer to. The gaming operators bragged about being included in writing legislation. Can you imagine that? Getting known criminals to help you right how THEY WANT the industry regulated. Our national bank is in partnership with them, our NIB pension money is in that bank.
These are the people that won by a landslide. Popular vote doesn't "necessarily" mean the best person won, Does it mean that if someone lost they would have been a good leader? No. I am saying we need better techniques to weed out jokers. Where are our vetting strategies to examine their finances and character? How does the populace get a feel for who they really are and who they are aligned with? How could we elect someone with a DRUG DEALER as campaign general? How does that happen?. I am tired of people winning elections because they pay someone to put together a silly jingle or make a fool of themselves on stage with a nonsensical dance. I am tired of handing over my country to followers who think they will gain financially if they elect a crook, and from the evidence of the last election they're right.
Well_mudda_take_sic 11 years, 1 month ago on COB warns students of VAT on tuition
COB warns students of VAT on tuition
Dese COB students who can least afford it is bein' hit hard by a most regressive tax! An ta tink dem poor pleb COB students gonna accept dere business school bein' named after Franky Wilson aka Snake who laughing' all da way ta da bank dat he ain't gonna hav'ta pay no progressive income tax on his mega millions! Mercy, mercy!! Dese mussey really be some dumb students if day ain't gonna do sum serious riotin' over all dis nonsense!
duppyVAT 11 years ago on Prime Minister celebrates 40 years in public service
Prime Minister celebrates 40 years in public service
Perry needs to explain why Centreville ppl still shitting in outside toilets, sticking rag in their house walls and using 5 gallon buckets to get standpipe water .............. wutluss bitch
ThisIsOurs 11 years ago on PM taking steps to prepare for change in PLP leadership
PM taking steps to prepare for change in PLP leadership
Per chance the people of this party, even Mr (Philip) ‘Brave’ Davis who is my deputy and is a wonderful aspirant, all of them may say ‘Christie we think you better hold on.’
Yeah funny, "even Mr(?) Brave Davis" what kind of address is that , "Mr"? Then he calls him a "wonderful aspirant" as if to say, little boy you amuse me, but you e'ehn never gettin this job from my hands. Then he closes out by confirming he e'ehn going nowhere,because he thinks even LIL Bwave would tell him to hold on. This must be Elmer Fudd level frustration time for Bwave.
Emac 11 years, 1 month ago on Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
Bishop: Tell Haitians to respect the law
"The mission of Haiti was to dispel this degradation and dangerous delusion, and to give to the world a new and true revelation of the black man's character. " MISSION FAILED!!!...For those of you who see this as a black and white issue, that's your prerogative. Fight the good fight and do your thing. IF you truly believe in what you believe in then go back to Africa and fight from where your roots lie. Ya see, mouth can say anything. Don't sit in your air-conditioned room and talk about the roots of slavery and how it is applicable to this situation-Get up and demonstrate if you truly believe what you say you believe. In the mean time, no foreigner can dictate to Bahamians what the laws should be regarding illegal migrants or even demand us to respect those who have invaded our country for years. Respect begat respect. In other words, you can only respect those who respect you. And trust me, trespassing on someone else's property is definitely showing lack of respect.
If you look around you and if you read then you would see that the Bahamas is not the only place that is making drastic changes regarding laws and policies relative to illegal immigrants-USA, Trinidad and Tobago, Dominican Republic are all trying to get rid of access baggage (not to be taken literally). So skin color is irrelevant. You are held accountable for everything you do in another man's country. And by the way I believe Bahamians have done more than show gratitude. Shit! We have opened our doors and shared everything we gat over 40 years. The thing is though, as soon as you cross the line by disrespecting a country's sovereignty and laws, all the privileges you once enjoyed should immediately revoked.