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Show more respect for the opinions of others
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January 15, 2010
15.Jan.10 Editor: 2009 was quite interesting. I have been paying attention to the Unity Labour Party (ULP) and the persons who speak on behalf of the ...
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More compassion and customer service needed
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January 15, 2010
15.Jan.10 Editor: I visited a friend on Monday, January 4, 2010, at the Ministry of Education. I had to wait, and while doing so had the opportunity t...
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An Interview with a Vincentian homosexual
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January 15, 2010
by Taylor Smith 15.Jan.10 This is the final in a series of articles on homosexuals in St. Vincent. Today we interview Tony, a Vincentian homosexual wh...
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Anything you say boss man!
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January 15, 2010
15.Jan.10 Editor: “Nobody touching this Constitution while Son Mitchell alive.”: Might it be fair to say, “Not while I Son Mitchell alive”. â€...
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Economic and Social Impact of a Recession
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January 8, 2010
by Errol Allen 08.Jan.10 The global economic crisis has led to a dramatic increase in the number of persons joining the ranks of the unemployed around...
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Managing to the ground
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 EDITOR: In a recession there should be belt-tightening and frugality in one’s spending. This government seems to be doing things to the co...
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Keep the ULP theme
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: General elections are due by March 28, 2011. The ULP government has performed well since 2001. Its leadership is tried and tested. I...
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What’s in store for 2010
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: Politically, socially and economically, the year 2010 promises to be a very interesting one in the history of this country. A pendin...
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Come on, Scotia, step up to your former days
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: How I remember the days when Scotia Bank in Kingstown, St.Vincent, was one of the fastest moving banks for customers. Yes, in a rela...
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I really need some serious attention
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: Let’s come out of our private transport for one minute. The river in front of the Girls’ High School is a sight to behold.{{more...
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Here’s my political wish list for 2010
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: Happy New Year to you all. The stories will break fast and furious, as government and opposition race against time to win the next g...
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Remembering, sharing and a purpose driven life
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: I would like to wish the nation all the Almighty’s blessings, goodwill, good health and prosperity in this joyous season, and cont...
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Gays and Culture – Part II
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January 8, 2010
by Taylor Smith 08.Jan.10 Last week, I left you with a teaser on three famous names of individuals who are gay. David Kopuy - NFL Running Back, Michel...
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Christ is our foundation
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January 8, 2010
08.Jan.10 Editor: On Thursday, January 7th, Ethiopians will celebrate Christmas. Christ is and will always be the foundation of our lives as Rases all...
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10 Great Wishes For 2010
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: The year 2009 was a challenging one for Vincentians of all strata. It was a year in which our social, political and financial mettle...
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Progress over backwardness
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: In the December 18 Dominica General elections, Prime Minister Skerritt and his Dominica Labour Party raced home to victory, trouncin...
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Youth orchestra needed in SVG
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: I was happy to read of the visit of the youth orchestra from Barbados and hope a serious effort will be made to establish a programm...
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Education Incompetence
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: The education revolution will take some time to have any effect, it is argued, but the bad policies pursued in the Ministry Educatio...
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The truth about CRITICISM and TOLERANCE
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: There is a growing trend, particularly in the religious and political world today, where many religionists and politicians believe t...
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Lessons from the recent Referendum
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: Now that the dusk has settled following the recent Referendum, the time has come for introspection. It is clear that the campaign le...
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In defence of SVG in ALBA
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December 30, 2009
30.DEC.09 Editor: The Bolivarian Alternative for the Americas (ALBA) has nine members: Cuba, Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominic...
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Homosexuals in Vincentian society Pt:1
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December 30, 2009
by Taylor Smith What would Vincentians think if the premise was advanced that our country was similar, in a very controversial aspect to countries suc...
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LIAT can do better!
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: I witnessed what I consider to be inhumane treatment of passengers at the “Piarco International Airport.” Not that I blame the L...
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SVG must Keep Nine Mornings festival alive
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: No one can deny that the Nine Mornings activities have recaptured the interest of Vincentians and are attracting more and more local...
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How long will you ignore me?
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: First of all, I wish to thank this newspaper for allowing me to share with you what the Almighty God is saying to this nation at thi...
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We are our biggest oppressors!
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: Please permit me space to express some very important issues. We have just gone through a very important historic event that is the ...
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Help the police, please
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: Vincentians are asked by the police to help in controlling crimes, drugs and violence, but I have seen another area in which they ne...
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Bridging the gap that exists in SVG politics
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: As we approach the end of another year and the beginning of a new year, it is time to bridge the gap that exists between the politic...
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Where is the CHRIST in our Christmas?
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December 23, 2009
23.DEC.09 Editor: In the eyes of a child, Christmas is a time of wonderment and magical enchantment. In the eyes of an adult it is a time when the fru...
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Preparing for another challenging year ahead
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: 2009 has so far been a challenging year, especially as we grapple with the impact of the global financial crisis. For some of us, th...
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Wrong is wrong, no matter which side you support
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: Each week I make it a routine to read all three weekly papers published in this country. I take the time to read the columnists who ...
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The Comrade and the ULP must get a grip!
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: At the risk of being reminded how unpatriotic and politically and intellectually backward the ‘Vote No’ call was for the Novembe...
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Communism gone, dead and buried long time!
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: Communism is a system where the services are provided by the state at detrimental cost to capitalist investment. Communism in every ...
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‘Zion I’ thought he was untouchable
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: Popular Calypsonian Zion I (Alvin Dennie) is complaining that his dismissal at the Port is victimization and the News newspaper plas...
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Let us go back to the drawing board
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December 18, 2009
18.DEC.09 Editor: I have tried to assess the general state of affairs in this country and can only come to one conclusion. In my opinion, we are point...
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Let us focus on the children of SVG
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December 11, 2009
11.DEC.09 EDITOR: As I entered my work place, I met a class of pre-schoolers sheltering rain with their teachers and I stopped and had a good look at ...
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An Open Letter to Gonsalves, Eustace
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December 11, 2009
11.DEC.09 Dear Messers Gonsalves and Eustace: Straight up!: I am suggesting that Parliament take the necessary action to have another Referendum on a ...