Monthly Archives: December 2016

Going green an admirable goal, but…

Posted on December 19, 2016 by weblogbahamas

According to “eia”, renewables (hydro, wind, Solar) make up around 10% of the world’s electricity generation, but growing at about 2.9% annually. It’s interesting to note when people point to countries like Costa Rica and the Province of Ontario as … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, Environment, International, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

So California alone would have elected the US president without the Electoral College?

Posted on December 18, 2016 by weblogbahamas

According to this article at Investor’s Business Daily, “Clinton's Popular Vote Win Came Entirely From California”. It goes on: “…, while Clinton's overall margin looks large and impressive, it is due to Clinton's huge margin of victory in one state … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

Why I’M Proud To Stand And Serve Long Islanders And The FNM

Posted on December 17, 2016 by weblogbahamas

by Adrian Gibson Wow! It is amazing what a week makes in local politics. Last night, Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner had her nomination rescinded by the Free National Movement (FNM). The revocation of her nomination came in the wake … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Adrian Gibson, Current Affairs, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

What can be done to spur economic growth?

Posted on December 16, 2016 by weblogbahamas

Here's a few thought starters for the political class. A. Lay the fiscal cards on the table. B. Assure employers there will be no further tax increases and labour regulations for the foreseeable future. C. Remove price controls and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, Economy, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

Revolutionary Bahamas

Posted on December 15, 2016 by weblogbahamas

by Richard Coulson First published in The Tribune “Revolution” is a word that scares Bahamians.  Progress, development, new look, fresh start—all are words we are happy to use, while the stronger term frightens us with images of Haitian anarchy or … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Guests, Current Affairs, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

Don’t Miss Star Wars Rogue One Preview

Posted on December 14, 2016 by weblogbahamas
Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, Film, International, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

IMF’s Latest Visit. Government spending needs to be controlled

Posted on December 14, 2016 by weblogbahamas

by Rick Lowe Well, an IMF team was here from December 7 – 13, 2016 and have released their report. This sentence sums it up: “Further fiscal consolidation, including more determined efforts to rationalize spending, remains critical for rebuilding fiscal … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, Economy, International, Politics/Government, Taxes, Weblogs | Leave a comment

Real Property Tax Declarations for 2017: and Public Disclosure?

Posted on December 13, 2016 by weblogbahamas

The Tribune published today a Legal Notice to real property holders. It requires us, among other things, To file with the Chief Valuation Officer (CVO) a form of the particulars of the property we hold, to enable the CVO “to … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Guests, Current Affairs, International, Politics/Government, Society, Taxes, Weblogs | Leave a comment

Sing along with Fidel, sensitive souls, and you won’t hear the Cubans’ screams

Posted on December 12, 2016 by weblogbahamas

Rex Murphy: Sing along with Fidel, sensitive souls, and you won't hear the Cubans' screams We haven't had many caring summits lately. Ten, twenty, thirty years ago hardly a summer went by when there wasn't some blatantly over-hyped rock-star-cum-celebrity festival … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Guests, Current Affairs, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment

HumanProgress.org

Posted on December 12, 2016 by weblogbahamas

“Evidence from academic institutions and international organizations shows dramatic improvements in human well-being. These improvements are especially striking in the developing world. “Unfortunately, there is often a wide gap between the reality and public perception, including that of many policymakers, … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs by Rick Lowe, Current Affairs, Economy, Education, International, Politics/Government, Society, Weblogs | Leave a comment