Monthly Archives: August 2011

Lesson from Hurricane Irene – We Need Better Coverage by ZNS

Posted on August 31, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Kent H. Manno While Irene was churning and hitting The Bahamas hard,  it was clear that news from all the islands was scarce at  best. For some, there was no word at all. I found it difficult to obtain information … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Freedom: Intolerable Nudging

Posted on August 31, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Tibor R. Machan Champions of government intervention in our lives make every effort, especially in a country with a tradition of libertarian political rhetoric, to disguise that they are embarking upon tyranny. Yes, much of it may be of the … Continue reading →

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Kent Manno

Posted on August 30, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Kent Manno is a native Floridian now living in Budd Lake, New Jersey with roots in Nassau and Cherokee Sound, Abaco (son of Elaine Albury). A graduate of Washington & Jefferson College in 1982, he joined the faculty and coaching … Continue reading →

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Intellectual honesty required about Urban Renewal

Posted on August 30, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe The PLP have repeated the mantra that the FNM have so gutted their prized Urban Renewal program that The Ministry of Labour and Social Services recently released this letter to the editor to refute them. Listening to the … Continue reading →

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Bahamas National Trust organizes 3rd Annual Eco Camp

Posted on August 30, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Nineteen Students between the ages of the 13 and 15 were able to participate in the 3rd Annual Eco Camp in August.  The students earned a place at the camp by writing an essay on why they were deserving of … Continue reading →

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Quote: A successful and sustainable political order

Posted on August 29, 2011 by weblogbahamas

"A successful and sustainable political order requires stable legal and economic policies that reward innovation, spur growth, and maximize the ability of rich and poor alike to enter into voluntary arrangements. Limited government, low rates of taxation, and strong property … Continue reading →

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Billy Joel – Song of the week – August 29, 2011 – The Downeaster Alexa

Posted on August 29, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe Billy Joel is one of those singer/songwriters that can draw you in with a great story and music. One of my favorites by him is “Downeaster Alexa“. This version is from Joel’s 12 Gardens Live cd set. Hope … Continue reading →

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Students for Liberty

Posted on August 29, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe If you know any college students or young adults, please refer them to Students for Liberty. They are just doing some phenomenal work. Visit their web site here… By the way, they also have a great "Little Guide … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Freedom: Another Criticism of “Animal Rights”

Posted on August 29, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Tibor R. Machan Though this is a topic that I have visited on several occasions, having recently become an avid fan of the Discovery Channel’s series on life in the deep oceans and other seas, I am motivated to observe … Continue reading →

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Some roses and a thorn for Government

Posted on August 28, 2011 by weblogbahamas

Sidney T. Sweeting, DDS I will be the first to admit that we bloggers spend a lot of time criticising Government for their many failings but now that the hurricane has left I would like to tip my hat to … Continue reading →

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