Dear Editor,
In the centuries since her death, Jezebel has acquired numerous references in popular culture, most of them not so flattering. However, in reality, Jezebel was a Phoenician princess in the ninth century who married Ahab, the prince of Israel; eventually they ruled as king and queen. She has often been compared to Cleopatra.
Emotions and old folktales aside, there is some appropriateness since Ms Lisa Hanna actually reigned as a queen — a beauty queen.
The Jezebel comment then, in my opinion, reflects Everald Warmington’s tendency to over-rely on his gift of the gab, rather than an attempt to disrespect women; Hanna in particular. In fact, the comment from Hanna which reportedly elicited Warmington’s response is way more unflattering.
The gift of the gab aside, the colour and candour which Warmington brings to political debates and sittings of Parliament are refreshing and welcomed, since the lack thereof has made the Jamaican Parliament and parliamentary debates moribund monotones. The open honesty and forthrightness which characterise Warmington’s contributions to Parliament should be welcomed by all well-thinking Jamaicans, since what is important is not toeing the line of political correctness but being open and honest with the people. Robust debates are common features of most modern parliaments worldwide, with honesty being way more coveted than attempts to appease personal sensibilities.
The quality of Warmington’s contributions to Parliament is only surpassed by the quality of the representation he has offered to his constituents. The zeal and fervour which characterise the parliamentary contributions is even more evident in his interactions with his constituents. His reputation as an open, accessible and honest leader over the years has built up a formidable amount of goodwill amongst constituents and parliamentary colleagues both sides of the aisle. In fact, it is the positive feedback and support from constituents which seem to continuously embolden, empower and energise Warmington.
Jamaica and the Jamaican Parliament need more politicians with the open honesty of Warmington — then the deeds of daring, colourful and candid debates will produce positive results the ultimate effect of which is the amelioration of the nation.
Phillip A Chambers
phillipdcchambers@gmail.com
In the centuries since her death, Jezebel has acquired numerous references in popular culture, most of them not so flattering. However, in reality, Jezebel was a Phoenician princess in the ninth century who married Ahab, the prince of Israel; eventually they ruled as king and queen. She has often been compared to Cleopatra.
Emotions and old folktales aside, there is some appropriateness since Ms Lisa Hanna actually reigned as a queen — a beauty queen.
The Jezebel comment then, in my opinion, reflects Everald Warmington’s tendency to over-rely on his gift of the gab, rather than an attempt to disrespect women; Hanna in particular. In fact, the comment from Hanna which reportedly elicited Warmington’s response is way more unflattering.
The gift of the gab aside, the colour and candour which Warmington brings to political debates and sittings of Parliament are refreshing and welcomed, since the lack thereof has made the Jamaican Parliament and parliamentary debates moribund monotones. The open honesty and forthrightness which characterise Warmington’s contributions to Parliament should be welcomed by all well-thinking Jamaicans, since what is important is not toeing the line of political correctness but being open and honest with the people. Robust debates are common features of most modern parliaments worldwide, with honesty being way more coveted than attempts to appease personal sensibilities.
The quality of Warmington’s contributions to Parliament is only surpassed by the quality of the representation he has offered to his constituents. The zeal and fervour which characterise the parliamentary contributions is even more evident in his interactions with his constituents. His reputation as an open, accessible and honest leader over the years has built up a formidable amount of goodwill amongst constituents and parliamentary colleagues both sides of the aisle. In fact, it is the positive feedback and support from constituents which seem to continuously embolden, empower and energise Warmington.
Jamaica and the Jamaican Parliament need more politicians with the open honesty of Warmington — then the deeds of daring, colourful and candid debates will produce positive results the ultimate effect of which is the amelioration of the nation.
Phillip A Chambers
phillipdcchambers@gmail.com