America: The Global Bully!
America was born, then marinated out of greed, violence, bullying and cruelty. America will soon be 250 years old. It has been starting, joining and threatening wars and intervening in other …
Not for want of wisdom, but that of will- the spirit of Caribbean regionalism
Ever since I wrote my last oped calling for stronger Caribbean inter-regional cooperation, in the face of increasing threats from outside forces towards the wellbeing of our peoples, I wondered how …
“No Kings Day”
Millions of people around the world took to the streets on Saturday, March 28, to express their support for peace and unity. The movement, known as “No Kings Day,” brought together …
A new foreign policy is needed
The Andrew Holness Administration has spoken about its foreign policy as being one of pragmatism and not ideologically driven. He has said that his foreign policy is built around getting the …
Sovereignty: Is it even a real thing?
From the first Africans were brought to Jamaica against their will, they have been fighting for freedom and independence. Freedom and independence from their captors and from the colonialists, Britain. The …
Global unity an awesome task that requires patience and dedication
Former United States President Barack Obama’s speech at Reverend Jesse Jackson’s funeral, March 6, 2026, began with a Bible quote from Isaiah, “Here I am, Lord, Send me.” A message that …
Democracy requires work
The recent election results in Barbados that resulted in the massive and no doubt well deserved victory of Prime Minister Mia Mottley and her Barbados Labour Party, I find rather troubling. …
Mental health underserved
Dealing with mental health in any country is rough. From the beginning, just finding a therapist who checks your personal boxes, the trauma of explaining to an outsider your thoughts and …
Suffering in Cuba
I was really touched by the recent Observer story “Mexico to send food aid to Cuba while seeking end to oil siege — Sheinbaum.” I must say President Claudia Sheinbaum has gone up 100% in my …
Europe, Canada, USA, same imperialist attitude
Much talk has been made of Mark Carney’s speech at Davos in which he stated that the old world order is finished and we are witnessing the transition to a new …
Mirror, Mirror
In Greek Mythology, Theseus, the King of Athens, rescued the children of Athens from King Minos after slaying the Minotaur and then escaped onto a ship going to Delos. The creature, …