The essence of democracy lies in fair and open elections where citizens have the right to choose their representatives. The proposed alteration of laws to target a specific individual, in this case, Hon. Allen Chastanet, strikes at the heart of democratic principles. It raises serious questions about the intentions behind such legislation and the erosion of fair political practices. The…
The decision by Prime Minister Philip J Pierre to dismiss Joackim Henry from his role as the Minister with responsibility for the National Conservation Authority (NCA) has raised several questions and concerns among the public. Notably, the lack of public notice regarding this significant decision has left many wondering about the rationale behind the abrupt removal of an elected official…
Saint Lucians have found themselves grappling with the burdens of a new 2.5% tax imposed by the Philip J Pierre administration, further exacerbating economic challenges and deepening the suffering of the populace. The introduction of the 2.5% tax comes at a time when the global economy is still reeling from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many citizens have lost…
The Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) is facing a moral and political dilemma that raises important questions about the party’s values, integrity, and its willingness to accept controversial figures within its ranks. One such figure at the center of this dilemma is Housing Minister Richard Frederick, who has continuously come under scrutiny for various allegations and actions that cast a…
In a recent media interview, Dr. Kenny Anthony has come under intense scrutiny for his deceptive and misleading statements regarding the IMPACS issue, attempting to absolve himself of any wrongdoing in the management of this highly controversial matter. Dr. Anthony conveniently seems to have forgotten that during his tenure as Opposition leader in 2010/2011, he made several accusations about then…
Howard Dean, a former Governor of the State of Vermont and a former Democratic Party candidate for the Presidency of the United States of America, in a 2005 interview on the public affairs television program, Meet the Press, enounced, “Hypocrisy is a value that I think has been embraced by the Republican Party. We get lectured by people all day…
by James Stanislaus Joseph Goebbels was a German Nazi philologist and Minister of Propaganda in Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich. He appreciated and understood the potency of falsehoods and proclaimed, “If you repeat a lie big enough and keep repeating it, people will eventually come to believe it.” The St. Lucia Labour Party has unfailingly been a zealous follower and fanatical…
The SLP government has introduced a seemingly innocuous 2.5% tax. On the surface, it appears to be a minor adjustment to the nation’s fiscal policies. However, a deeper examination reveals that this tax is far from benign. In some cases, it effectively amounts to a whopping 5% increase, hitting citizens’ pockets harder than expected. One of the most alarming aspects…
One of the fundamental principles of a democratic society is the separation of powers between the three branches of government: the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary. The independence of the judiciary is essential to ensure that justice is dispensed impartially and without any external influences. When high-ranking government officials allegedly interfere in the judicial process, it threatens the very…
When a leader takes the reins of a nation, their words carry the weight of expectations, hopes, and promises. In the case of Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, his swift departure from a key campaign pledge has raised eyebrows and prompted concerns. Just two years into his term, the Prime Minister’s administration has borrowed a staggering $1 billion, a stark…