Dear Editor,
I have been noticing how Jamaicans operate on a general basis. I have done no research to draw my conclusion, therefore I am not sure as to what factors have been contributing to such behaviour. This problem, I notice, manifests itself in various forms. It could be because of poverty, illiteracy or otherwise, but it also occurs among those who consider themselves as the elite of society or among the academia.
What I have noticed is that Jamaicans have a disciplinary problem. Though not everyone is so afflicted, I think it would be safe to say that this problem is widespread and among the majority of the nation. I figure that is why we have so much corruption from the least to the greatest.
What I have noticed is that Jamaicans have a disciplinary problem. Though not everyone is so afflicted, I think it would be safe to say that this problem is widespread and among the majority of the nation. I figure that is why we have so much corruption from the least to the greatest.
I was reasoning with my friend about how Jamaicans operate. We came up with a scenario which compares how Jamaicans would generally behave in versus people from other nations:
There was a tsunami some time ago in Indonesia. In the aftermath of this event, people were seeking shelter, food items and clothes. You saw residents lining up, waiting patiently to get whatever they could receive in terms of food supplies, clothing, etc. We then considered what if would if the location of such a situtaion were to occur in Jamaica. People would be sure to be rushing for the items and behaving like hooligans.
Just look at how Jamaicans behave if a drink truck should turned over. An incident occurred on Mount Rosser last year and people were more interested in what they could get instead of the safety of the driver. People went as far as stealing the gas out of the truck. Jamaicans have the perception that they can get around every system; they can beat every law. They believe that they are entitled to the possessions of hard-working people. The rule of law means little in this country.
This is why the crime monster cannot be controlled because it is a cycle. It is like a genetic disease that is passed on to every generation. Whatever we need to do, let's do it now. This problem must be addressed and it must start at the lowest level.
Kenroy Davis
Clark's Town PO
Crime level linked to indiscipline
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I have been noticing how Jamaicans operate on a general basis. I have done no research to draw my conclusion, therefore I am not sure as to what factors have been contributing to such behaviour. This problem, I notice, manifests itself in various forms. It could be because of poverty, illiteracy or otherwise, but it also occurs among those who consider themselves as the elite of society or among the academia.
What I have noticed is that Jamaicans have a disciplinary problem. Though not everyone is so afflicted, I think it would be safe to say that this problem is widespread and among the majority of the nation. I figure that is why we have so much corruption from the least to the greatest.
What I have noticed is that Jamaicans have a disciplinary problem. Though not everyone is so afflicted, I think it would be safe to say that this problem is widespread and among the majority of the nation. I figure that is why we have so much corruption from the least to the greatest.
I was reasoning with my friend about how Jamaicans operate. We came up with a scenario which compares how Jamaicans would generally behave in versus people from other nations:
There was a tsunami some time ago in Indonesia. In the aftermath of this event, people were seeking shelter, food items and clothes. You saw residents lining up, waiting patiently to get whatever they could receive in terms of food supplies, clothing, etc. We then considered what if would if the location of such a situtaion were to occur in Jamaica. People would be sure to be rushing for the items and behaving like hooligans.
Just look at how Jamaicans behave if a drink truck should turned over. An incident occurred on Mount Rosser last year and people were more interested in what they could get instead of the safety of the driver. People went as far as stealing the gas out of the truck. Jamaicans have the perception that they can get around every system; they can beat every law. They believe that they are entitled to the possessions of hard-working people. The rule of law means little in this country.
This is why the crime monster cannot be controlled because it is a cycle. It is like a genetic disease that is passed on to every generation. Whatever we need to do, let's do it now. This problem must be addressed and it must start at the lowest level.
Kenroy Davis
Clark's Town PO
Crime level linked to indiscipline
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