Letters
February 26, 2026
Letter of the Day | Democracy’s silent shield: institutional respect
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…
February 26, 2026
Black History Month - confronting colonial shadows
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.”…
February 26, 2026
Embrace civilised behaviour
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…
February 25, 2026
Letter of the Day | The diaspora must play a respectful role
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…
February 25, 2026
A call for tax reform
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…
February 25, 2026
An accident waiting to happen
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…
February 25, 2026
Responsible leadership requires difficult choices
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,…
February 24, 2026
Letter of the Day | Intercession for Cuba: A preferred zone of peace
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…
February 24, 2026
Westmoreland received critical housing support under ROOFS
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…