Category Archives: Society

Remembering my Bahamian Heroes on National Heroes Day

Posted on October 12, 2020 by weblogbahamas

National Heroes Day (October 12th) is celebrated on the second Monday in October and is now observed as "National Heroes Day," to honor Bahamian national heroes. It phases out the former Discovery/Columbus Day Holiday. That said I would like to … Continue reading →

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Human Action: The Movie Is Here!

Posted on October 11, 2020 by weblogbahamas

A new 90-minute documentary showcases the greatness of the economist Ludwig von Mises to the world. by Lawrence W. Reed Read the original post at FEE.org here… Have you ever checked to see which famous people you share a birthday … Continue reading →

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Leonard Read, the Man

Posted on September 27, 2020 by weblogbahamas

He saw every opponent as a potential ally, never an incorrigible enemy. This article was originally published on FEE.org. Read the original article. The fullest appreciation of Leonard Read’s “I, Pencil” derives from this understanding: The gentle, persuasive, and irresistible … Continue reading →

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In my opinion: How will we get this virus under control?

Posted on August 30, 2020 by weblogbahamas

ONLY the people can get this virus under control . The Government can only keep driving home the five (5) steps using radio and TV . AGREE 100%:   THE FIVE (5) DO / RULES / STEPS to life during this … Continue reading →

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Cashless bank branches?

Posted on August 29, 2020 by weblogbahamas

Sir, I write in a personal capacity when I wonder who is the cretin who had decreed that bank branches, in the Bahamas, will go cashless.  I will further add that I am a retired banker and started my banking … Continue reading →

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Discussion Paper on Bahamianisation and Economic Growth from 2003

Posted on August 8, 2020 by weblogbahamas

This document is an independent discussion paper drafted for The Bahamas Financial Services Consultative Forum. The goal was to marshal ideas and stimulate debate with a view to developing effective policy proposals for the government. The original paper was prepared … Continue reading →

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Government Intervention and the Unintended Consequences

Posted on August 5, 2020 by weblogbahamas

Speech on behalf of The Nassau Institute to The Rotary Club of East Nassau by Rick Lowe, then Vice President and Treasurer of The Nassau Institute on Friday, May 8, 2009. Has much changed? Closing paragraphs: So while the suggestions … Continue reading →

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How Ayn Rand’s Dystopian Novella Anticipated Cancel Culture

Posted on August 2, 2020 by weblogbahamas

Photo by Maria Krisanova on Unsplash One of Ayn Rand's lesser-known works of fiction paints a disturbingly familiar picture. by Caroline Breashears This article was originally published on FEE.org. Read the original article. Recent legislators, activists, and education reformers have … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Isaias Update – Tracking Map

Posted on July 31, 2020 by weblogbahamas

The animated image below shows the track from the 5pm report

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Feeling sad, anxious or depressed? The BPA can help.

Posted on July 31, 2020 by weblogbahamas
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