Monthly Archives: April 2013

Lessons in Freedom: Good Samaritanism must be voluntary

Posted on April 23, 2013 by weblogbahamas

by Tibor R. Machan In the wake of vicious deeds like those committed at the Boston Marathon some folks are tempted to become irrational in their response. For example, there is now a discussion at The New York Times where … Continue reading →

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Grateful Dead – Song of the week – April 22, 2013 – Throwing Stones

Posted on April 22, 2013 by weblogbahamas

We recently saw, Ultimate Devotion, a tribute band to the Grateful Dead, and what an enjoyable night it was. So I thought a Grateful Dead song was the right fit for today, and “Throwing Stones” is kinda neat. Here’s some … Continue reading →

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Even COB Subsidies must be paid for

Posted on April 21, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Yesterday's post brought a few emotionally charges comments out on my personal Facebook page and our Facebook page. But subsidies must be paid for. Either by COB creating their own revenue stream through studies etc or by everyone paying more … Continue reading →

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Great Blue Heron in the Everglades

Posted on April 21, 2013 by weblogbahamas

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The PLP is correct on reducing subsidy to COB

Posted on April 20, 2013 by weblogbahamas

While it may bring hardship to some, the Government is correct in reducing the subsidy provided to the College of The Bahamas. In case we're not looking, the country is now in debt to the tune of approximately $5 billion. … Continue reading →

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Protecting Bahamian Jobs at what cost?

Posted on April 19, 2013 by weblogbahamas

After the revelations in the press the last couple days about the skills shortage here… and here… I hope you can pop over to The Nassau Institute site to read this post… Here's a snippet: "For faster economic growth to … Continue reading →

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Mr. Christie disappointed about the PLP’s “Mortgage Relief Plan”. Why? A welfare state is not the answer

Posted on April 18, 2013 by weblogbahamas

The press was littered this week with articles based on interviews with the Prime Minister. Another one that caught my eye was his lamenting of the fact that his party's so called "Mortgage Relief Plan" has not "helped" one mortgagee … Continue reading →

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Mr. Christie “disturbed” about the port?

Posted on April 17, 2013 by weblogbahamas

According to press reports (Nassau Guardian April 15, 2013), Mr. Christie thinks the impact of the port is "potentialy" "unhealthy" and "intrusive" while at "Fish Fry" for a social event recently. Even if it was the case, the Port cannot … Continue reading →

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Still awaiting audit of Bahamas Social Security (NIB)

Posted on April 16, 2013 by weblogbahamas

and according to The Tribune, the Minister responsible, Mr. Shane Gibson (PLP) says he "…couldn't tell … for sure when it will be released…" This audit was commenced after allegations of impropriety were made back in late November 2012. But … Continue reading →

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Mr. Christie, the PLP and BTC

Posted on April 15, 2013 by weblogbahamas

The Nassau Guardian reports that CWC, the majority shareholder of BTC, is "worried over PM's criticisms". It is odd indeed that Mr. Perry Christie (PLP), Prime Minister, would spend so much time over this issue. Besides, when BTC's monopoly runs … Continue reading →