Best performing government ever

Was this PP, government sitting on their behinds doing nothing for the past four years. If they were, then how is it the students have in their possession 95 thousand computers. What are they achieving by having these computers in a world that is now computer conscious. Did the...
Posted On 11 Mar 2015
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PM’s masterly handling of Cabinet tiff

THE EDITOR: Once more, the Prime Minister has zapped critics baying at her heels. In a masterly overnight Cabinet tune-up, one very insecure piston was removed and replaced by vintage horsepower. The discarded part and his connecting rod have since gone on to be a loose cannon,...
Posted On 04 Feb 2015
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PM humble, calm

AS a political tactician the Prime Minister possesses a stock of skills and a level of finesse that Keith Rowley would do well to try to acquire. A literal chasm separates her quiet confidence from the crude, wild and raucous ranting of the Leader of the Opposition and the...
Posted On 04 Feb 2015
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Anything to clear one’s name

The Editor: False accusations and gossip can destroy lives, even if the accused is innocent. Worst yet, especially if one’s reputation is under attack. Sometimes, there is no way you can erase what has happened. Even though the accusations may be unfair and untrue, the...
Posted On 28 Jan 2015
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Thanks for clearing the air

Dear Editor: The judiciary is the system of courts that interprets and applies the law in the name of the state. The judiciary also provides a mechanism for the resolution of disputes. This branch of the state is often tasked with ensuring equal justice under law. I take the time...
Posted On 28 Jan 2015
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Why now?

Dear Editor: A lot of things do not add up in an article recently published entitled “AG Ducks”. One thing I must say is that it’s always good to hear the comments of a level headed senior person in society. One such comment came from former ambassador Mr. Reginald Dumas. Mr...
Posted On 28 Jan 2015
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Better level of politics

Dear Editor: Have you ever searched the meaning of politics? A general search states that politics is the activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power. It is...
Posted On 28 Jan 2015
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The goal is to change society

The Editor: When I read an article in the headline in one of our local newspapers that accused the AG of offering David West a position in the PCA to retract a statement that he made, it reminded me of the famous quote made by Bill Clinton at Campus Progress National Student...
Posted On 27 Jan 2015
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Case closed before it opened

The editor: The People Partnership has now been in government for almost 5 years. In the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T), the Prime Minister and the Attorney General constitute a government. If the Prime Minister is removed, then the government falls. It is evident...
Posted On 27 Jan 2015
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Not a patriot

Dear Editor: I remember as a child playing in schoolyard. There would always be the spoilt little boy, who if he didn’t get his way, would throw a tantrum, destroy the game and run off. What a spoil sport, I certainly hoped he grew up and changed his ways! I recently had my...
Posted On 20 Jan 2015
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