1046 results returned for search: "education AND " category "Opinion Writer"
During the latter part of 2008, when there was already a disturbing picture of gang violence, the weapon of choice was a long blade or knife but that got worse when there was a sudden turn to the use of guns. Sadly, I remember cars ominously pulling ...
DATE: Apr 25, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Khalid Wasi
The operation of good government relies on the same principles of management as in any complex organisation. As organisations mature, so, too, must their hierarchy reflect the principles of good governance.
Bermuda has a hard-earned reputation for be...
DATE: Apr 19, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Sir John Swan
The most attended event in Bermuda is Cup Match. Thousands of people flock to the Annual Classic every year. There are wall-to-wall spectators at the grounds, taking up every space available. If you can visualise the crowds of people that go to the g...
DATE: Apr 07, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Malcolm Raynor
You learn a lot writing a book, as I did with my latest effort, Fixing the Racial Wealth Gap: Racism & Discrimination Put Us Here, But This Is How We Can Save Future Generations. I researched the history of the economic racism that is responsible for...
DATE: Apr 04, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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The March 25, 1953 General Election was pivotal to the movement for social progress in Bermuda. Activists had quietly facilitated a deft move and outwitted the shenanigans of the oligarchy, enabling E.F. Gordon to secure re-election to represent St G...
DATE: Mar 31, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Glenn Fubler
Recently, the Cannabis Licensing and Regulation Act has passed through the House of Assembly. It does not have to be approved by the Senate again and instead will head straight to the Governor for Royal Assent.
Despite being touted as a highly suppor...
DATE: Mar 31, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Dwayne Robinson
The group of youth attending Bermuda’s first Youth Climate Summit in November 2021 addressed the issue of climate change with an impressive sense of motivation. The ideas collected at the YCS in the tracks of Conservation, Sustainability and Climate ...
DATE: Mar 31, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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After 50 years of sociopolitical activity preceded by a nebulous or nascent introduction through church and family, I think my tales of that experience may be of interest for those who are going forward with any political ambition. It is useful to kn...
DATE: Mar 24, 2022
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Khalid Wasi
The protection of children is a fundamental tenet of civilised society. To protect a child is innate in every adult, regardless of being a parent or not.
In early 2020, we witnessed the horrific images of overwhelmed hospitals, spiralling deaths as C...
DATE: Mar 21, 2022
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Opinion Writer
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Under the guise of “emergency powers” and fearmongering, the Premier has instilled a post-Covid authoritarian regime like no other. To come out of this, we need a quick-jolt recovery, financial stability and sustainable economic growth. Time is not o...
DATE: Mar 17, 2022
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Sir John Swan