THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express a concern that resonates deeply with many residents of St Thomas and, indeed, Jamaicans across the island. As we welcome the promise of development in this parish, an initiative long overdue, we must...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Norman Manley once said: “I say the mission of my generation is to make Jamaica in the image of our own dreams, for our children to inherit and for us to be proud of.” Today, whose dreams are we building? Because the reality in...
THE EDITOR, Madam: In recent years, the relationship between law enforcement and communities has garnered significant attention, and Jamaica is no exception. The Jamaican Constabulary Force works diligently to maintain peace and order in a...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The next two weeks will be marked by frenzied preparation for ‘back to school’. Bookstores will be crammed with parents scrambling to purchase textbooks, and dressmakers will work under pressure to complete last-minute uniform...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica approaches another election cycle, we must ask ourselves not just who we are voting for but why we are voting at all. The answer lies in our collective desire for real independence, not merely symbolic sovereignty,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I have been living in the United Kingdom for many years. Earlier this year, I had to visit Jamaica to see my dad who had spent two weeks at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI). His care, unfortunately, was only...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we reflect on Emancipation and Independence for Jamaica but also on how these terms affect persons globally. In view of those suffering from hunger, and are homeless, particularly in war-torn zones, one can only say that it...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the article, ‘Missing the mark’, published in The Gleaner on August 12. It is evident that 60 per cent of the electorate do not make their decisions to vote for either of the two major political...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The decision by the United States to deny Grenadian Government officials visas cannot be overlooked by other Caribbean states, including Jamaica, whose medical systems are buttressed by Cuban health professionals. While Grenada...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Stigma and discrimination continue to pose formidable barriers to public health, despite ongoing education and awareness efforts. Rooted in misinformation, fear, and prejudice, these harmful attitudes and behaviours continue to...
DPP wants educators to help address issue of work ethics Holding “working past 5 p.m.” as the gold standard for work ethic reflects an outdated or rigid understanding of work ethics especially in a modern context. Gen Z values work-life balance...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Vale Royal is a national asset. However, its historical value and commercial potential are being diminished, each and every day, because of the continuous non-use, neglect and deterioration of this wonderful local asset. I...
THE EDITOR, Madam: This past Saturday I was at Devon House catching up with friends when a woman’s clothing (or lack thereof) grabbed my attention. I gave one of my male friends a surreptitious nod in the woman’s direction and when he looked he...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write with profound admiration following the successful launch of the “Celebration of Hope” graduation, as reported in The Gleaner on August 13. As a social worker and former employee of the Department of Correctional...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As I reflect on my journey, one shaped by privilege, opportunity, and a persistent yearning to give back to the land that nurtured me, some questions echo in my mind. Despite my efforts, I often feel overshadowed by what I’ve...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Modernisation of healthcare facilities is essential if Jamaica is to deliver first-class medical care to its citizens. However, modernisation – especially when showcased as part of a grand, macro-scale plan – must not come at...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I live in the community of Daytona, Portmore, St Catherine. At this time of the year, the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) undertakes an annual tree-cutting drive in the community to remove branches from its lines. The company...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Israelis wanting an end to the fighting and, return of the hostages still held by Hamas kidnappers, reacted as if they had been struck by an earthquake when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared his government will...
THE EDITOR, Madam: There’s a dangerous assumption in Jamaica whispered too often: “That only happens downtown.” It’s not just wrong – it’s deadly. Child abuse knows no boundaries. It does not stop at the gates of Cherry Gardens, nor does it...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I commend the prime minister for announcing September 3 as Jamaica’s election day. However, this date falls just two days after schools reopen on September 1, a period that is crucial for students’ adjustment. The first week of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: When one looks at what has been happening in Gaza, and what is still happening, one will remember how the Hamas invasion started the war. Clearly a dastardly act of killing and capturing that can find no justification. However...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The verbal is discourse on full public display emanating from the political platforms of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) and the People’s National Party (PNP) by their respective candidates. They are vying to win their seats in...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The debate over the Privy Council versus the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) is not just about legal quality – it is about our confidence as a nation. We often hear that the CCJ cannot match the Privy Council’s standards. But...
THE EDITOR, Madam: “Jamaica land of beauty, We promise faithfully to serve thee with our talents and bring our gifts to thee”... We can continue to be beautiful by default, or we can choose to be beautiful by design. There can be an initiative...
THE EDITOR, Madam: In the last general election, approximately 37.9 per cent of Jamaica’s eligible voters showed up. That means an elite group of voters enabled the laws, policies and the past five years for the rest of us. If that doesn’t make...
