LETTER OF THE DAY - Why we teachers are not ashamed
The Editor, Sir: I read recently an editorial in your newspaper which left me with some concerns.The editorial suggested that the principals of schools that did not do well, according to the ratings published, should be ashamed. I must admit that I am not....
NHT rate rise 'outrageous'
The Editor, Sir: I do commend Mr Golding's efforts to restore the viability of NHT in light of the devastating financial place that the company now sits. However, I strongly believe that his actions speak volumes about his level of care, concern and love for the Jamaican people...
Casino move commendable
The Editor, Sir: In commendation of the prime minister's bold move to consider casino gambling in Jamaica, this is met with mixed feelings but if managed properly all will be well. The fact of the matter is that casinos can provide opportunities for our tourism industry ...
New 'street boy' programme
The Editor, Sir: I write in response to a letter titled 'Street boys still at windshields' published in The Sunday Gleaner of April 20. I must commend the tone of the letter. The writer was upset (with the situation) but optimistic enough to encourage change....
Please leave casinos alone
The Editor, Sir: I laud the Prime Minister for allowing the implementation of casino gambling. I am of a Christian background with strong belief in the creator and was taught by my parents to respect my elders. In light of the church leaders going up against casino gambling...
Hard times ahead
The Editor, Sir: The National Housing Trust was established in 1976 to address the housing shortage which resulted from a growing population and the inadequate annual output of houses by the public and private sectors. The Trust emerged out of the need for a financial institution ...
'Just talk and no walk'
The Editor, Sir: The article 'Cabinet ministers clock millions in pricey SUVs' by Tyrone Reid, highlighted a disturbing fact that it would appear this administration is double-talking, and apparently just talk, and no walk....
Cash to care
The Editor, Sir: As a practitioner of human resource development, I will concede that casino gambling could be acceptable, if and only if the revenue earned by the Government from licences is used for education. The primary concern of the Church...
Abysmal road conditions
The Editor, Sir: Last week I had the misfortune to travel into Portland via the Junction road. I say misfortune , because while one understands the roadworks necessary for Highway 2000 from Ocho Rios to Port Antonio, things were so difficult as to make me swear...
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