EDITORIAL - The JTA's manifesto
The Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) has not distinguished itself in recent years as an organisation capable of looking beyond its primary parochial trade union interest - that of ever seeking more pay for its members. The assessment coming from some of its senior officers...
A maturing electorate
When the time for the election began to draw nigh, and I began to call for the manifestos from the political parties, I was told that it was not normal for manifestos to be released so early. "Just before the election," I was told; "certainly not before nomination day.".. - Peter Espeut
Polling Jamaica style
MY HILLSIDE view has always deceivingly painted Kingston a tranquil and simple city. However, on August 7, Jamaica's nomination day, my veil of deceit was lifted and the mask of tranquility was absent. My routine venture to the gas station below my stay... - Leah Marville
An August to remember
This is certainly an August to be remembered in Jamaica. Emancipendence, an election, Hurricane Dean, the performance of Asafa and Veronica, as well as the rest of the team in Oaska, Japan, at the games. While we have been focused on the pressing matters... - Hilary Robertson-Hickling
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