Shameless, incompetent and insulting!
Dear Editor, The People's National Party (PNP) Administration has shown itself to be a Government that is devoid of leadership and lacks any form of transparency. In a bid to pull the wool over...
View ArticleDerrick Smith made futurists of the Observer and PNP
The People's National Party (PNP) and the Daily Observer are clearly in agreement that Opposition members of parliament (MPs) were completely out of order to have tried to gain political mileage out of...
View ArticleFerguson's dismissal of critics proves him unworthy
Dear Editor, While the country was trying to come to terms with the tragic development that befell aspects of the health care system -- chief among the issues being the death of 19 premature babies...
View ArticleIt's the Opposition's job to criticise
The Opposition leader is the holder of a constitutional office which requires him to oversee and critique the policies and actions of the Government. I think it is entirely in keeping with his roles...
View ArticleCan't afford to support the Reggae Boyz
Dear Editor, I am a diehard Reggae Boyz fan. Even after the frequent heartbreak I have suffered, I keep hoping for the best. For the first time since 1998, however, I think Jamaica has the best chance...
View ArticleVote-buying/selling allegations no joke
The Daily Observer of Tuesday, November 10, 2015 carried a report, headlined 'Nyam dem out and vote dem out!' It recounts that Holness accused the ruling People's National Party (PNP) of doling out...
View ArticleAndrew Holness should step down
Dear Editor After listening to Andrew Holness speaking at the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) rally it is evident to me that this man has no business even thinking of running the country. To tell Jamaicans...
View ArticleNROCC debt shows highways aren't without cost to us
Dear Editor, For at least five years following the announcement of the Highway 2000 project, prior to the signing of the Concession agreement for Phase 1A ( which included the Portmore Toll bridge),...
View ArticleWhy not disclose health audit long ago?
Dear Editor, As the controversial audit of Jamaica's health sector makes the rounds in the public domain, one wonders why was it not disclosed long ago? What was all this fuss about? The Access to...
View ArticleDesperate election ploy?
Dear Editor, We're not entirely surprised by the People's National Party's (PNP) latest move to increase the National Housing Trust (NHT) loan ceiling from $4.5 million to $5.5 million that took effect...
View ArticleHow to commit political suicide
Dear Editor, Jamaicans are very much caught up in the guessing game about when Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller will call the election. But unless the ruling People's National Party has the gift of...
View ArticleShow the pic, Holness. We want to know!
Dear Editor, I suppose the graphic depiction of two obviously sick men on one bed in one of our nation's health care facilities by the Leader of the Opposition Andrew Holness was very disconcerting for...
View ArticleAnother promise to be broken, Dr Phillips
Dear Editor,"Dishing dirt" seems to be the main course at the People's National Party (PNP). I am imploring my fellow Jamaicans to quit dining at their restaurant. It is rather distasteful that Dr...
View ArticleSugar talk
Dear Editor, It is quite obvious that the Jamaica Manufacturers' Association (JMA) is not interested in any agreement with the Government on the tax on imported refined sugar. They want to have their...
View ArticleLeadership, or the lack thereof
Dear Editor,"The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In-between, the leader is a servant." -- Max DePree Whatever definition we use for leadership,...
View ArticleIn the name of God
Dear Editor, I am going to put my atheism aside and express great pity for "God". For, if we are to believe the utterances coming out of our two main political parties, our goose is really cooked! I...
View ArticleLet's change how we do governance (politics)
Dear Editor, A recent Observer editorial suggested a number of things that voters should use the upcoming election to "bargain for". My suggestion is that all who are committed to Jamaica should use...
View ArticleJTA honours stalwart Victor 'Pipey' Edwards
Dear Editor, The Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) regrets the passing of former JTA president and trustee, Victor "Pipey" Edwards. Edwards died at his St Catherine home this morning after a long...
View ArticleWorld Cup or Olympics prime minister?
Dear Editor, Leaders are supposed to be accountable and answerable to the people they lead. Leaders should demonstrate good leadership qualities. A good leader is one who is visible, vocal and...
View ArticleUnacceptable exclusion of the press and the public
Dear Editor, The following is an open letter to Derrick Smith, leader of Opposition business in the House of Representatives and chairman of the Internal and External Affairs Committee: The Press...
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