Monthly Archives: June 2018

Happy 217th Birthday to French Classical Liberal Economist Frederic Bastiat!

Posted on June 30, 2018 by weblogbahamas

He was one of the most eloquent and articulate defenders of individual freedom and liberty who ever lived. by Mark J. Perry, Carpe Diem This article was originally published on FEE.org. Read the original article Today, June 29, marks the … Continue reading →

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Ayn Rand: An Introduction

Posted on June 29, 2018 by weblogbahamas

by Eamonn Butler "A short primer on the life and thought of novelist and philosopher Ayn Rand, author of Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead. "Few 20th century intellectuals have been as influential—and controversial—as the novelist and philosopher Ayn Rand. Her … Continue reading →

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Ambrose Bierce’s ‘Devil’s Dictionary’: A Satire that Foreshadowed the Absurdity of Modern Politics

Posted on June 28, 2018 by weblogbahamas

America’s current political theater seems to make Ambrose Bierce a prophet. by Gary M. Galles This article was originally published on FEE.org. Read the original article. Ambrose Bierce was once described as “the forgotten brother of Mark Twain,” who echoed … Continue reading →

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Business Bites: The Budget Catastrophe Belongs To The PM

Posted on June 27, 2018 by weblogbahamas

by Richard Coulson Woe unto us! A little over a year ago we elected a new Government that would lead us into a land flowing with biblical milk and honey. Instead, we are left, like Job, to repent in dust … Continue reading →

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The anti Capitalism crowd

Posted on June 26, 2018 by weblogbahamas

While I have been critical of the government's proposed VAT increase from 7.5 percent to 12 percent I have at least attempted to offer alternative ideas like cutting public expenditures further, control wasteful spending, commence a national lottery and improve … Continue reading →

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The fuss about the budget

Posted on June 25, 2018 by weblogbahamas

Dear Editor, Please allow me my 2 cents to comment on the chaos surrounding the “dissident four” in the Budget vote. I am very sorry but, obviously, the four brought this on themselves. They all claim they had constituency meetings … Continue reading →

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The Dichotomy of Politics

Posted on June 24, 2018 by weblogbahamas

“In our age there is no such thing as 'keeping out of politics.' All issues are political issues, and politics itself is a mass of lies, evasions, folly, hatred and schizophrenia.” George Orwell The press has been focused recently on … Continue reading →

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Mr. Dupuch’s Missive About Number Houses And Other Things

Posted on June 23, 2018 by weblogbahamas

Dear Editor, I have just ploughed my way through Mr. Dupuch’s latest communication and have to wonder if this is some new black comedy script. I’m sorry but how else can we take this when he appears to be comparing … Continue reading →

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Budget 2018/2019

Posted on June 22, 2018 by weblogbahamas

The subject budget was recently passed by Parliament. Specifically there were two “hot topic” items – namely (a) increased taxes of web-shop operators and (b) the increase of VAT from 7.5% to 12%. Unfortunately item (a) got the most publicity … Continue reading →

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Tax on the Bahamian Gambling Industry

Posted on June 21, 2018 by weblogbahamas

I don't like gambling. I think it's addictive, it harms children's wellbeing and it takes money from the poor. If gambling is allowed it should be in the form of a lottery with all money earmarked for Education and Health. … Continue reading →

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