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Democracy (un) revealed in Saint Lucia
Democracy is often defined as government of the people, by the people, for the people. In many respects, the challenges of democracy have been both qualitative and quantitative to the concepts that every person has worth and dignity, equality of...
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National priorities defy convention in St Lucia
The key issues of political change, socio economics and preservation of the environment will return to Saint Lucia's House of Assembly on Tuesday, June 20, as debate resumes on the appropriation bill 2017/18. However, far from Machiavellian...
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“We must defend Venezuela’s democracy”
As Ambassador, I occasionally promote U.S. policies that are unpopular with some government leaders in the Eastern Caribbean. That is the case now. The situation in Venezuela has reached the point where it is impossible for me to remain...
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Timely responses critical
For years on end, the nature of politics here at home has continually disintegrated in terms of perception but more importantly, the world at large seems to be experiencing a similar malaise with little or no change on the horizon. On the other... Opinions
Time for national unity in Saint Lucia
By Melanius Alphonse Over the years I have been accused of being too critical of the government of the day in Saint Lucia, without offering a new direction. In this regard I would respond that this is a false assertion. However, while I have...
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How a diet that lowers ghrelin results in weight loss
By Gracy Singh: Balance is everything when you are trying to lose weight. You follow all of the necessary steps to take care of yourself, like watching what you eat, exercising regularly, and try to get enough sleep every night. However, what...
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A Tide in the Affairs of Men - The Regional Private Sector Must Act Now
A little over a month ago I attended two meetings in Europe, and they both underscored the necessity for the Caribbean private sector to urgently reconstitute a representative body that is able to actively engage with, and advocate on behalf of the...
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Letter on proposed resort development in St. Lucia
Dear Sir, I was dismayed to read in 'The Guardian' newspaper (UK) of 1st April the proposed plans to invest in the development of a huge resort that will impact on the diverse (and rare) wildlife of the island. After last visiting the island in...
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