LETTER OF THE DAY - Justice system must become crime fighter
The Editor, Sir:It seems paradoxical that a system, which is expected to correct a negative situation, may be a contributing factor to the sustenance of that situation. The justice system of Jamaica, which, in reality, constitutes the police with their investigative...
MPs should report to all, not some
The Editor, Sir: Perhaps there is a pressing need for some rookie members of parliament to be given an elementary course in the modes and mores of their jobs. There are those who seem unaware that they are paid by all the people ...
Why are resort towns ringed by poverty?
The Editor, Sir: I write in response to the article by Gareth Manning in your August 3 edition. It is indeed shocking that the well-respected Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) has bestowed upon the garden parish of Jamaica, St Ann...
'Willing Finsac' operation
The Editor, Sir: In the last paragraph of his Letter of the Day of July 30, writer Ken Jones reflects on the undermining of the economy due to the sale to foreigners of many vital institutions.While the statement might be true, the question I would ask...
Old-timers can help agriculture
The Editor, Sir: I am encouraged by the govern-ment's new-found love affair with agriculture. However, wasting time to tell us how important this venture is will not solve the problem. Every child who spends a weekend in the countryside ...
One language, one speech
The Editor, Sir: Regarding Patois Bible translation. I have a big problem and some questions. My Bible in front of me, Genesis Chapter 11 verses 1-2 reads, "And the whole earth was of one language and one speech". I hold no brief for one side or the other...
Using the Bible
The Editor, Sir: The Bible is life's instruction manual, and all persons who have accepted that this book is God's inspired word to mankind need to refer to James 1:12 " But be doers of the word and not hearers ...
Olympics bring national unity
The Editor, Sir: The headline on Monday (August 4) rightly noted that the Olympics fever is rising. I look forward to the Olympics because of the sense of national unity it fosters in Jamaica. For a couple of days, everyone will be glued to their televisions...
Upholding principle
The Editor, Sir: This is in response to the sports column by Paul-Andre Walker last Thursday. Dear Mr Walker: I wholeheartedly agree with your position on this issue. A policy is after all a policy and protocol should be supported...
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