THE EDITOR, Madam: Mark Shields’ Sunday Gleaner column makes a clear argument that modern traffic lights may improve traffic flow, but enforcement is what will save lives. There is no dispute that upgrading signal systems with camera-based...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Prime Minister’s concern about Jamaica’s declining birth rate is both timely and justified. A fertility rate below replacement level is an economic signal. It foreshadows future labour shortages, pension system strain,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: There perhaps no example is more glaring than the $1.4 billion spent to purchase decommissioned buses for the rural school bus programme. The initiative was presented as a comprehensive solution to the transportation challenges...
THE EDITOR, Madam: We do not need to remember the good we do for others, but we should never forget the good others have done for us. That thought has been weighing heavily on my heart as I reflect on the unfolding crisis in our Caribbean...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica advances its programme of educational reform, we must confront a difficult question: Is the ‘no child left behind’ mandate a solution, or is it quietly becoming a crisis? At its core, the philosophy is noble. The...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every society needs rules, or life would be chaotic in situations when you have to second guess the validation of rights. Yet, does freedom of expression infringe on uniformity? The reported incident involving a Ardenne High...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent public exchange between Justice Bryan Sykes and Minister Delroy Chuck offers a timely reminder of why judicial independence remains the bedrock of our democracy. At the heart of the discussion is the Child Diversion...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write in reference to the article published on January 29, by PNP councillor Kijana Johnson titled ‘One authority must be rejected’ . The Government recently announced the creation of a one road authority that would absorb...
THE EDITOR, Madam: On Saturday, February 21, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in West End, Negril for the proposed Negril Paradise Integrated Resort and Marina – which was written about Jamaica Observer on February 23, although the article has...
THE EDITOR, Madam: We are often reminded how brilliant the founding fathers were when they drew up the Constitution of the US in 1787; one stipulation was that the “President will from time to time give to the Congress information of the State...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As I reflect on Jamaica’s state with babies, girls,women and men young and old being chopped, burnt, maimed or shot to death. I am reminded that empathy and understanding can bridge our divides. In 1962, we had 63 murders....
THE EDITOR, Madam: Black History Month reminds us of Marcus Garvey’s timeless warning: “ A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” Knowing our history is essential, for only then can...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recent events in the United States of America, particularly the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down sweeping presidential tariffs, offer an important lesson for all democracies — especially those within the Commonwealth...
Published:Wednesday | February 25, 2026 | 12:06 AM
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a young Jamaican, I understand persons’ unease about new taxes. Nobody likes to pay more. It affects families. It affects businesses. It sparks strong opinions. However, responsible leadership is not about what feels good in...
Published:Wednesday | February 25, 2026 | 12:06 AM
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is an accident waiting to happen in the Half-Way Tree area and certainly, I don’t want to be there when it does. I speak of the danger to which commuters and passers-by are exposed by the continued behaviour of transport...
Published:Wednesday | February 25, 2026 | 12:06 AM
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica navigates its economic landscape, it’s time to reconsider our tax structure. The current system places a significant burden on individual taxpayers, while key industries like tourism and agriculture enjoy exemptions...
Published:Wednesday | February 25, 2026 | 12:06 AM
THE EDITOR, Madam: Love for this country runs deeply, and it is from that love that I speak honestly about the diaspora’s role in Jamaica’s future. Let it be clear: the Jamaican diaspora is not a government-in-exile, a parallel parliament, nor a...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write in strong support of the February 23, Gleaner editorial endorsing the Government’s decision to impose a special consumption tax on pre-packaged sweetened beverages. This measure, though imperfect, represents a serious...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Hope springs that the US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, along with other circumstances, will serve to strengthen the resolve and endeavour in countries that would wish to lend a helping hand to the cause of the Cuban people...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The handover of grants under the Shelter Recovery Programme (SRP) in Westmoreland on February 19, was a demonstration that structured governance can restore dignity as it restores roofs. Approximately $787.5 million will be...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The unsettling news of the three-year-old child who was killed over the weekend in Denham Town has left me deeply saddened and disturbed. Equally heartbreaking is the recent killing of a four-year-old girl in Mandeville. These...
THE EDITOR, Madam: A recent podcast sparked debate on male empowerment. Beneath the surface of the discussion lies a deeply problematic assertion: that a man who has not achieved a certain level of financial success by the age of 30 is a “failure...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a Catholic Priest, I wish to express my concern regarding the difficult circumstances currently facing the Cuban people, resulting from ongoing economic challenges. Given our close proximity within the Caribbean, it is...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica navigates its economic landscape, it’s time to reconsider the tax structure. The current system places a significant burden on individual taxpayers, while key industries like tourism and agriculture enjoy exemptions...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The National Family Planning Board (NFPB) officially ceased operations on July 31, 2024, as part of Jamaica’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce the number of public bodies. Before the entity was...
