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Jamaica Gleaner Commentary
published: Tuesday | March 21, 2006

Unwise, impractical gun proposal
SENATOR PRUDENCE Kidd-Deans' proposal to allow for more citizens to get licensed guns as a means of self-defence, is perhaps reflective of the general fears and concerns of the wider population over rising crime and violent attacks.

Portia's mission and legacy
IN NINE days Prime Minister Patterson will pass the rather heavy baton to his successor, Mrs. Portia Simpson Miller. Some were clamouring for his hasty retirement. They were not only ignorant but also ungrateful.. - Garth Rattray


And now for some good news
FOR THOSE who wonder why the news media do not report more good news, your reporter is happy to offer the following: When spring arrives this year, it looks as if a lot more people will be able to breathe in the fresh air clearly... - Dan Rather


Good preaching precedes a bullet to the head
TWO DAYS ago, 28-year-old Durraine Gidden, son of a pastor, was buried. Durraine, after preaching his second sermon for the day, two Sundays ago, went into the churchyard and was greeting the worshippers. - Devon Dick




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