The Editor, Sir: More often than not, political leaders are asked to rein in their supporters and commit to keeping the peace. This suggests that political representatives have control over their supporters and can dictate to them.

The Editor, Sir: Congratulations to your photographer-writer Paul Williams on the Lifestyle feature 'The drum, the dance and the spirit', in your July 10 edition. He has captured some of the priceless moments of Jamaica's cultural heritage still being kept alive...

The Editor, Sir: I read Wednesday's poll with some bewilderment and am forced to question the motives of the media as they relate to this upcoming election.

What does it matter who the public would rather have dinner with or share a car ride with?

I am moved to respond to the writer who claims she can no longer send her children to Jamaica for the summer, because of the election date. I can guarantee you that these poor kids will be held in detention in possibly a musty apartment, not being able to do anything else...