Husband, father of 4 and former Govt Senator in the Jamaican Parliament. IT/Mgmt Professnl, Lay Magistrate and co-convenor of the civil lobby group, CAPI
#DreamWeekend
is turning out to be a nightmare for many. At least 5 (2 hospitalised) of my friends are now afflicted with
#Covid19
. Interestingly, fake
#Covid19
negative tests were on sale for $6000
Not so long ago soldiers' presence commanded respect and fear. Today, they're mere mortals. Their routine presence on the streets have diminished their stock.
When I'm moved to apologise for a wrong I've done, I'm not motivated by the thought that it will be accepted. Rather, I seek to correct a wrong and to satisfy my own conscience. I only hope it's recvd well by those I've wronged.
#Penetence
#Redemption
#Peace
As a 4-term legislator and seasoned litigator
@DalrympleMarisa
should be appointed to the bench of the House. Further, as a lady with an obvious good head of hair there will be no place for that wig worn by the predecessor.
#HouseSpeaker
#JAParliament
The
#PNP
don't realise that while they're occupied with breaking scandals,
@AndrewHolnessJM
bz
#BREAKINGGround
. 2 yday hrs apart, Stbess water supply n new children hospital in St James. Now, breaking ground 4
#Gtech
BPO Park. Also, unclogging the
#PNP
pipelines clogged for yrs.
Passed a
#WesternUniom
yesterday and saw a throng of ppl gathered to collect their
#WeCare
monies. Stopped and asked a young lady known to me how things going. She complained of the long wait. Me: did you apply? She: no, mi hear seh we fi come here. A madman wudnt have done that
Middle and upper class ppl r taking the vax, while the poor and uneducated who are affectd most by pandemic is resisting. You know why some us remain poor? We find a baseless problem for every solution in our life. Take bak our lives
#GetBackOurLife
#GetVaccinated
#GetTheJabDone
The gross indignity our Jcan ppl have to suffer at
@WesternUnion
@MoneyGram
to send/receive monies. The questions asked are intrusive and overeaching. I know the ills they seek to remedy, but where's the incentive to be good, if the good always suffer for the bad.
I find a visit to the hospital and morgue a humbling experience. Those of us, by some false notion, who feels superior to your fellow men, I recommend a visit.
Since time immemorial, I've heard of plans to make Port Royal a cruise ship call. Now, in 2020, I'm pleased that see the realization of this vision. Many govts have come and gone, but it took visionary leadership matched an action-oriented mind to make it happen.
#ActionDoDat
!
Leaders of both political parties must urge their members to resist the urge to make their visits on vaccine roadshows political. It smacks of vulgar political opportunism to be exploiting this grave crisis for raw politics. Dispense with the green/orange.. It's a national fight
The decision by
#MayorDavis
n
#CllrSinclair
to deny permit to
#MobayPride
is discriminatn. I don't support their lifestyle, but recognise their rights as taxpayn Jcans. As public servnts, we don't have the luxury to deny public service to those who's lifestyle we don't support...
If you're hit by a police vehicle dawg nyam yuh suppa.. JCF units aren't insured/registered. With what moral authority the State compels citizens to obey the law that which it blatantly disobeys. A case of do what I say but dont do what I do
#StateHypocricy
Never thought I would live to see the day a
#USVisa
is used as a measure of superiority and integrity. Those without visas are but underlings and lacking morals. What's next, If mi nuh eat egg, mi naw seh nutten?
Say what you want of
@christufton
he has been transparent in his mgmt of the pandemic and has stayed the course. His capacity to listen and pivot in this unprecedented crisis is commendable. It wud be unwise to change a General in the midst of a war.
#StayTheCourse
#NoSurrender
In a relatively short time,
@MarkJGolding
has endeared himself to the people of Jamaica. He's unpretentious and grounded. To know him is to love him. He has silenced his few Crosses. He's the net biggest winner in the local elections.
Attended my 1st
@JamaicaPNP
conference today n was impressed with the progressive policy agenda outlined by
@MarkJGolding
which shud be the subject of robust discussion in days ahead. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming n respectful. One could pinch the unity within
#TheWordIsLove
When I look at the mockery and facade of leadership in the
#US
, a first world.state, and its bungling of the
#COVID19
crisis, juxtaposed with the sense of command demonstrated by
@AndrewHolnessJM
and his govt, there's an inescapable sense of calm and pride. Ja is a world leader.
The gentleman's family is yet to come to terms with his death, but we hasten to impute unsavory motives for his killing. We seem devoid of human sensibilities, hence our murderous culture. When did we become so
#brutish
#crass
#boorish
#vulgar
?
#ThinkingOutLoud
My respect for former PM
#PJPatterson
exponentially appreciated yday, consequent on his glowing tribute to his former political rival,
#EdwardSeaga
.
His calm and non-combative persona served to temper the politics in the 90s. A cue some of us should take
Lost another dear friend
#DarrienCassels
(cheddy) to
#COVID19
. Got the medication but took lil late😭😭. I literally begged him daily... tek di vaccine bredren
#vaccine
No well-meaning, well-thinking Jcan, regardless of political stripes, should seek to defend the indefensible. An untidy affair at best, the happenings at
#CMU
Since her ascension to the top Job in Bdos,
#MiaMotley
has demonstrated more testicular fortitude and foresight on topical issues confronting the region and worldwide more than her male counterpart. Her incisive grasp of geo-polical issues is refreshing
#COP26
If
@AndrewHolnessJM
had said the same thing abt his wife, there wud be no analysis from sexologist. What's wrong with
@JulietHolness
as a doting wife extolling the virtues of her husband. This was said on the political hustings n not in Parliament. We take ourselves too seriously
Cancer isn't something we make a political game of. It's taken its toll on everyone directly or otherwise. It's
@DrPeterPhillips
right to disclose his health status if so elects to do. Using dubious means of play on the I'll health of anyone doesn't aid the JLPs fortune.
#StopIt
U know Ja is in trouble when our teachers resist a system aimed at holding them to book. What's wrong with using your finger print (pixelated - can't be transfrd) to monitor attendance, used all over the world. What is their real fear, the system or the concept of accountability?
Just saw a good comrade friend who was quick to celebrate
#NIDS
victory. He said, imagine the govt wah fi scan mi RETINA.. I enquired, what you call the RETINA.. he responded boldly, nuh mi ass 🤣🤣🤣🤣
#CantMakeThisUp
The move by my Govt 2 add an additional 50yrs b4 Cabinet files can be viewed by the public is a retrograde move, and inconsistent with a commitment given. "With this mandate, there's no room for error..." My
#MHPM
, this is indeed an error of judgement. I urge ur reconsideration.
Murder toll continues unabated but we remain silent on the Commissioner of Police abysmal performance. If we are truly troubled by the murder rate, the one with statutory duty to fight crime must be held accountable
Recently applied for Canadian visa lying on my bed with a laptop. Boops, visa sent to me without visiting the embassy. Renewed my
#USVisa
last week for 4th time, and had to stand in the sun on a treacherous median. Oh! What an organised society Canada is. Talk abt first world.
Only in Ja one losing their holy
#USVisa
, is viewed with suspicion or an indictment on one's character. A visa isn't a right but a courtesy extended by the issuing State. We'll are so exposed. Credit to
@darylvazmp
for his candor n willingness to do what's best in Ja's interest.
Ja has a culture of formulating policies and legislation against its ppl, rather than for. At every change of policy/law it's to frustrate, not facilitate. There's no incentive for those inclined to play by the rules. And we wonder why corruption thrives. Doing bizniz sucks here
I understand the need to enforce the NA Act, but how insensitive and injudicious can we be to each other. A summons could have been issued for a non-criminal offense. A man's true character is best revealed when given power. Poverty is the worst form of violence.
@JamaicaConstab
It would be interesting how
@DrPeterPhillips
reacts to the
#PetrojamReport
which implicates his own co-campaign director who's the subject of a referral for probe by
#FID
. Will he be asked to vacate the position? Will the comrade leader practice what he preaches.
#awkward
🤫
We have no control over the virus, except we have control over our actions and attitude which can stem the spread. Personal responsibility is the best antidote. Be reminded, we are the vectors (carriers) of this virus. The less we move, the less we spread
#COVID19
Is a
#USVisa
a prerequisite for ministerial appntment and a mission critical tool? It troubles me that any minister has to consider resignation for loss of a visa. I understand the utility of the instrument, but by God, one shouldn't be compelled to exit public service if revoked
"We must retire the culture where one set of Jamaicans speak of “the government dem” as if it were a hostile, alien force. I want to see a new order in which all the people will regard the government, no matter which party forms it, as “our government”. HBD
#BruceGolding
Met a
#rootsman
in MoBay this morn selling homade roots wine. He shouted, if you waw breed yuh ooman, buy a battle.. I said to him, how much Pikney u have? He said none. Well, I bought a bottle, caz I don't intend to breed anybody 4 the rest of my life 😂
Is it mere coincidence that 2 days after
@DrPeterPhillips
issued an ultimatum, reported raids and arrests have been made, or, the LOO benefited from a leak inside the
@JamaicaConstab
aimed at improving his stock? If the latter is true, we should all be concerned.
Are we suffering from inertia or numbness. 1300 ppl were murdered to date, almost 100 more over '21 but it seems to be bizniz as usual for us. The most resourced, highst paid C'mish with unqualified govt'l support but murders continue unabated. Our windows n doors remain closed
Was just pulled over at the St James easterly
#SOE
cordon n served a seat belt ticket. The consta politely advised why I was pulled over and asserted zero tolerance Mr. Meadows. The w/corp ws equally pleasant. Makes me want 2 offend again just to interact.
#Kudos
@JamaicaConstab
With every intervention he makes, it's a reminder of the loss Ja suffers by his untimely departure from politics. He makes the most complex of issues appear simple. What a mind!
#BruceGolding
Former Prime Minister Bruce Golding says the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP, MPs were delinquent in chairing most of the parliamentary committees last term.
Traveling with a diplomatic passport allows the holder to be easily recognized as a govt official. Authorities are able to identify those who are on official govt business and therefore treat them accordingly. The notion that our Embassy erred is hogwash. What's the true story?
The irony of
#Bunting
few mths ago told us
@DrPeterPhillips
is unwinnable and undesirable, then took the job of co-campaign director to now tell us Phillips is the man. He shouldn't have negotiated the job if he was principled and of character. One can't make these things up.
We exceed the limit prescribed by reason to expect any govt to cancel a scheduled cruise stop for a mere lockdown. Our partisanship must always be tempered with reasonableness and good sense
Some of us men will take anything that promises to make us tan pan it lang without question.. As for the ladies, you will take anything that purports to flatten yuh tummy or lose weight in a sec, but we doubt and question the
#COVIDVaccines
even in face of credible info.
Choice embodies the respect for life and rights. I'm unequivocally
#ProChoice
. The State and Church have no business legislating morality and imposing its values on a woman. Govt may legislate the parameters for abortion but ultimately its a woman's right to elect what she does.
The calls for
#MajAnderson
resignation have spurred him into action. His PR machinery has been cranked up and working overtime. Perception has its place in the art of war. We must never be coy of holding those in our employ to account.
The govt should outlaw the wearing of
#ninjamasks
or its variations. Just had a spat with camouflaged patron in a barber shop who kept looking at me, made me uneasie. Advised the owner not to let anyone in the shop dressed like that if he wants my continued pateonage
Congratulations to the 71 new homeowners of the NHT Windsor Hill Housing development in Samuel Prospect. Another manifestation of the legacy and vision of Michael Manley in ensuring homeownership for the working class.
#ProgressivePolicy
Never thought I would live to hear the
#PNP
, the sole repository of men with questionable sexuality, throwing shades at people's sexuality. Wonders never cease. The people want competence in representational leadership, not sexuality.
#LiftYourGame
It gives us no comfort to now tell us that POCA money will be used to bail out
#SSL
. The proceeds of crime would be best used to fight against crime, fund education, or other social services, not bail out private businesses fraught with fraud.
#BadMove
This is the atrocious state of the roads in Falmouth, Trelawny where the govt intends to erect a
#WelcomeSign
at an estimated cost of $20M. Does this road look welcoming and safe for any resident/visitor?
#MisplacedPriorities
What's intoxicating abt political platforms tht seemingly brings out the idiocy in some of us?
#MikaelPhillips
: 'nuh JLP bway, nuh gal Pikney caan cum a M/chester and feel at home...' with gun lyrics in the b/ground.The future for politics appears bleak with these emerging leadrs
As an employee, If you are willing to assert your right to freedom of choice, you should be prepared to exercise your right to chose a a new employer. You rights stop where mine starts.
#GetVaccinated
For
@MikaelPhillips
to avow that
#PNP
ministers have never been arrested without equal assertion that the
#PNP
is never the subject of corruption allegations, is implicitly stating.. We are better thieves..
Went to the Trelawny Parish Court this morning re a traffic ticket. Had the pleasure of observing Parish Judge
#Boyne
(Ian Boyne's Daughter), and how refreshing it was. Very amiable and facilitaing. The characteristic pomp and legal arrogance/snobbery were absent in the Court.
To seek to exploit the sore issue of gender-based abuse in a principled Parliamentary matter, does a gross disservice to the real victims of such abuse. By
@Babsy_grange
stance, she's rendered
#SpeakerHolness
an undue victim and diminished her office as Min of Gender Affairs
Some of you doctors who constantly and indiscriminately give unwarranted
#sickleave
to employees, Stop It! You do a disservice to production n economy. FYI: That's corruption too.
#StopIt
A further vindication of the govts cautious, deliberate and logical response to the repatriation of our compatriots. The fact that they're quarantined on the ship gives us no comfort. It's best to err on the side of caution and the protection of the majority.
JUST IN: 10 new cases of COVID-19 in Jamaica.
5 of the 10 new cases are from the batch of Jamaicans who were on the Royal Caribbean Vessel which docked in Falmouth this week.
Also 10 new recoveries in the past 24 hours.
Both gentlemen acquitted themselves admirably.
@DrPeterPhillips
exuded experience and presence. However,
@AndrewHolnessJM
was self assured, stately and was more direct in his answers to questions. Of note, OL failed to tell how he will finance his manifesto. A narrow victory 4 AH
Say what you may of
@NigelClarkeJa
he has an assuring command of his portfolio. Can't say the same of his other colleagues. His shadow
@julianjay
raising the right questions and concerns