Monthly Archives: April 2012

Games with words

Posted on April 25, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe One of the things that concerns me is our public educational system, so I've read the plans of the FNM, the PLP and the DNA and quote one phrase from each as follows: Can you tell me which … Continue reading →

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The FNM, the PLP, the DNA and their plans

Posted on April 24, 2012 by weblogbahamas

The following documents might help you decide where to mark your "X" on May 7, 2012. FNM-Manifesto-2012 (pdf – large file)  PLP-A-Charter-For-Governance-2012 (pdf) DNA+The+Vision+2012+and+Beyond (pdf)

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Nassau Institute Event: The Economic Way of Thinking and Milton Friedman

Posted on April 24, 2012 by weblogbahamas

The Nassau Institute has an interesting event coming up with a presentation by Dr. Art Carden, of Rhodes College. The topic is The Economic Way of Thinking and Milton Friedman. When: Thursday, May 10, 2012, 6:30pm. Where: The Humidor Churrascaria … Continue reading →

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As slavery continues the world seems silent

Posted on April 23, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe While we celebrate Emancipation Day here the first Monday of August annually, as in other British Commonwealth countries, the world seems to have largely forgotten about the fact that slavery is still ongoing in many countries. See this … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Freedom: The Face of Egalitarianism

Posted on April 23, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Tibor R. Machan A few weeks ago they ran the famous Oxford v. Cambridge rowing race on the Thames but a fanatical egalitarian, Mr. Trenton Oldfield from Australia, ruined it for everyone by jumping in the river and blocking the … Continue reading →

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Al Stewart – Song of the week – April 23, 2012 – Trains

Posted on April 23, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe Al Stewart is an amazing singer songwriter. With a career spanning more than 40 years he's also one of the more enduring stars. His songs are not only great muscially he has become a musical historian in my … Continue reading →

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The Silent Spring by Rachel Carson: 50 years on & Earth Day

Posted on April 22, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe As today is Earth Day it seems appropriate to reflect on the work of Rachel Carson that was a driving force in getting of the environmentalism era, that led to the virtual banning of DDT and to restrictions … Continue reading →

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Those one sided political discussions

Posted on April 22, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Edward Hutcheson As May 7th approaches, all registered voters and people who we think are registered will be faced with a common problem. Someone is going to tell you how you should be voting. PLP, FNM, DNA or Independent. It … Continue reading →

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The Political Gamers

Posted on April 21, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Edward Hutcheson Politics is a game and there are no rules. The game board is comprised of players who claim that they want what is best for us. They will say anything and do anything to get “another chance”, to … Continue reading →

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Election propaganda. I’m hitting the off button.

Posted on April 20, 2012 by weblogbahamas

Rick Lowe I mistakenly heard a radio ad today suggesting it would be a mistake to vote for the FNM as they have not announced a choice for Deputy Leader. The group are obviously supporters of the Opposition, at least … Continue reading →

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