Iranians Persecuted
Millions of Iranians pray for a regime change. They long for meaningful reform in their country. The current conflict involving Israel and the United States has renewed hopes for greater justice …
“Out of many,one people” – actual or aspirational in respect to Asian Jamaicans?
There were moments in my youth and in my early adult life when I heard it said that the problem in Jamaica was never about racism but one that was, more …
From hope to cesspits
The debacle finally ends They say it is the hope that kills you. The hope that something amazing will happen, that a miracle will take place, that a wrong will be …
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 …
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 …
“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 …
Oh, just because they can! – The idea of “Might is Right”
There was a time when corporal punishment was part and parcel of our Jamaican school system. It was, perhaps, a holdover from the old British colonial era. It was often abused …
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 …
Parable of a conversation with a dead squirrel
Mr. Nelson Mandela wrote a book which was titled, Conversations With Myself. I doubt that anyone who had seen that title, initially, had any concerns about his mental health. Perhaps no alarm …