EDITORIAL - How to counter an election deadlock
We note the concern raised by constitutional expert Dr. Lloyd Barnett that the country could find itself in a constitutional nightmare if the upcoming parliamentary elections result in a tie. It is a concern we share. Several opinion polls have indicated a very close...
National Debate (sigh) more of the same
There appears to be no shortage of commitment to improving Jamaica's education system. This was confirmed in the first of three national political debates in the run-up to the general election. Wednesday night's contest between the JLP's Ken Baugh and the PNP's Peter Phillips... - Dennie Quill
The flags are still flying
The stories were wild and varied. Any and every version was dramatic, as are all stories that involve a shooting, but each story came with some conjecture as to the motive. Coffee-table gossip is never dull in Jamaica. A robbery? Road rage? ... - Tara Clivio
Showing true colours
The ability of human beings to resolve (some of) their differences is one of the characteristics that separate us from some animals. Resolutions are usually accomplished through dialogue, and there are times when it is necessary to have a mediator... - Heather Robinson
NOTE-WORTHY: Devon House letdown
On Independence Day, we stopped for lunch at Devon House. All the shops were closed, except for Peter Couch's What's On Jamaica and the patty/ice cream shop. Coachloads of tourists expressed their frustration at their inability to participate...
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