provide some means of support (for the unemployed) so we don't have desperate people in our Country. And I am ashamed to say we do have people in our Country unable to meet their commitments who have been forced to enter the criminal world.'' -- Opposition Leader Mr. Frederick Wade. "Are the people using guns using them to forward illegal activities because they can't get an honest day's works? In my view no!'' -- The Hon. Ann Cartwright DeCouto (UBP).

"Too many of our male fathers who should be home helping to support, nurture, and defend their families are spending their time and their money in clubs.'' -- Deputy Premier the Hon. Irving Pearman. "There is no recidivism after death.'' -- Dr. David Dyer (UBP), suggesting that capital punishment for possession of firearms might be the answer. "Education is the pre-condition to survival in Bermuda today.'' -- Mr. Leon (Jimmy) Williams (PLP).