The Fallacy of Race Neutral Laws In America
Time and time again, especially in these politically volatile and uncertain years, this writer has found himself exhausted by the trite and dishonest claims of no racism ever having existed here …
I did not get all that I wanted, but all that I needed – the U.S. mid-term elections
Election Day came and it went here in the United States of America, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. It was not a presidential election, but what was referred to, traditionally, as …
The Political West is the Enemy of the World
The title of this may seem overly dramatic. The enemy of the World cannot be anything but hyperbolic. Sure, I can hear you say, these countries have done wrong, but which …
Botswana-Africa’s gem
I have only visited Botswana once, but the burning desire to return and explore more increases daily. Yes, you guessed right! It was the animals that got me there, of course, …
For Want of Ideas – The Political Anemia of the U.S. Democratic Party
“Lord, what fools these mortals be!” — William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night’s Dream Help me to understand, somebody. I might have been confused or I might have been completely oblivious as …
Stand by Venezuela
The more things change, the more they remain the same. This adage rings true for many things. Real Madrid will be favourites to win the UCL, Man City will dominate the …
The New Mayor of Kingston
If the new Mayor of Kingston Andrew Swaby carries through on half of the promises he has made to residents of Westlake Avenue in Richmond Park, it will not only be a breath of fresh …
Emancipation From Mental Slavery — How Are We Doing?
“We are going to emancipate ourselves from mental slavery, for though others may free the body, none but ourselves can free the mind. Mind is our only ruler; sovereign. The man who is …
Garvey And Kingston In The 1930s
The Council Chamber of the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation is to be renamed in honour of Marcus Garvey on the anniversary of his birth, 137 years ago on August …
No Republic For Now
Jamaica has long flirted with the idea of becoming a republic. The idea was floated first by the PNP in the 70s and was accepted by the JLP in the 80s. …
The Eighth Wonder Of The World
Albert Einstein is often credited with calling compound interest the “eighth wonder of the world.” While the accuracy of this quote is debatable, the concept it encapsulates is undeniable: the power …