LETTER OF THE DAY: Across-the-board corruption in Jamaica
The Editor, Sir: Something terrible is happening to Jamaica.The soul of the nation is being systematically destroyed. The years of living under a corrupt regime have so affected the willingness of Jamaicans to abide by the laws governing the country, that we have not only become...
Give them condoms
The Editor, Sir: Students in high schools are exposed to sexual behaviour no matter what we do, whether parents, teachers, peers and guidance counsellors are talking about it. Some of the students are not listening so, therefore, they go about doing their sexual acts not realising...
Library services clarified
The Editor, Sir: The National Library of Jamaica, Jamaica Library Service, Jamaica Archives - what's the difference? There seems to be some confusion in the public's mind as to whether or not the three above-named institutions are one and the same, and if not the same ...
Time to enforce law and order
The Editor, Sir:I think the time is opportune for the country to simply begin the process of the enforcement of our laws. This simple act will go a long way in restoration of discipline, respect for self and respect for others. It is not that the country lacks laws...
Justice with mercy
The Editor, Sir: In relation to the story about the policeman giving false witness, I am of the opinion that the Commissioner of Police should have given the situation more thought before he suspended the police officer. Yes, the policeman was dishonest; however, his honesty...
Investing without recourse
The Editor, Sir: In 1996 I purchased a Real Life Plan from First Life Ins. Co. (which was subsequently taken over by Life of Jamaica). I paid my premium every month for 11 years (approx. $367,608.12, without interest). In 2007 when I surrendered the policy...
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