LETTER OF THE DAY - Letter to the European Union: Compensation for slavery
Sirs: I write to you representing a group of former slave-owning nations, during this historic Black History Month for the year 2007 as a most upset transplanted son of Africa. I recall today, that one of your members who taught us to sing...
Contraceptives for kids cause for concern
The Editor, Sir: The recent admission by the Ministry of Health that it has been giving contraceptives to children is a cause for concern. This concern is even greater when this is done without the knowledge or consent of parents.
Seek outside help to stem crime, violence
The Editor, Sir: I am a Canadian citizen who made his first trip to Jamaica in July, 2005. I am married to a Jamaican woman, and wanted to connect with her roots, so that I would understand and appreciate her and the culture of Jamaica...
Policemen must apply protective behaviour
The Editor, Sir: Although some Jamaicans are probably reluctant to admit that the police are being targeted by the criminal element in the country, the evidence no doubt supports that fact. However, what really puzzles me is the time it is taking...
Amused by Smith's comment on hanging
The Editor, Sir: I am amused by the recent comment by the Opposition Spokesman on National Security, Derrick Smith, on his recent proclamation that his party will resume hanging once they are in power. Now, I really don't know which part...
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