Comments on: Premier, Renee Ming Extend Debate Challenge

By: MJ

MJ — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 02:51:05 +0000

“some many” ?…. “don’t know about”………so I guess you are brainwashed or pure speculation. Lets deal with FACTS. PLP have us so deep in debt that generations will suffer. Dr Evil has achieved his dream to bring this country to it’s knees.

By: S.O.L.

S.O.L. — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:29:14 +0000

Well U.B.P., O.B.A…..why was some many documents shredded when P.L.P won power in 1998…….How much $$$$$ went missing that we don’t no about….?????

By: Judge Dredd

Judge Dredd — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:14:38 +0000

I tell you man listening to the OBA speak is so annoying because the people sound so disingenuous, no heart. I’m not even trying to be mean just go to you tube and listen to Craig Can-o-”Nair”…………..makes my hair fall off.

By: Judge Dredd

Judge Dredd — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:25:29 +0000

Your argument is self defeating. You may not live in PREMIER Paula Cox’s constituency but if you live in Bermuda and in the real world you know that this election and practically all previous elections are about parties so knock it off. You UBP/OBAers don’t hurl your insults at one party member you direct your trumpets at the entire partay. The symphony you are playing is that the PLP has mismanaged the Country’s money and caused the economic crisis around the world, which, if only the OBA were in charge we would have been vaccinated against. Premier Cox is not only the chief representative of the governing party but also the finance minister. Who better to insert the syringe containing the antidote to your infectious political balderdash? Oooh I see….you don’t want anyone to stand and answer for the rhetoric of the OBA. You want to pass the butter and protect the bread. You’re damn right our children’s future is at stake here. The future you want for my children is to be your children’s subordinates. OBA will ensure that tragic fate. PLP, PLP Thank God Almighty I’m voting PLP !

By: MJ

MJ — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:25:58 +0000

“A fool and his money are soon parted”
So, PLP, where is the money ?

By: Spot the Cog competition

Spot the Cog competition — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:45:19 +0000

She is a lawyer and is absolutely clueless with financial matters. Explains alot doesn’t it.

By: Judge Dredd

Judge Dredd — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:16:41 +0000

Aaaaaaaahahahaha is so funny to hear how the tones change when a debate is mentioned. POBUBA (UBP/OBA) fans are shaking now because deep down somewhere in their desolate minds there is yet a wise old voice who knows the bankruptcy of their rabid mantras. Mr Craig Canno-t-come-nier has no passion and speaks like the real bosses ventriloquist puppet. It’s very telling that their supporters have no faith in them and intuitively know that they will get trampled by the light of day, utilized to mop the marble floors of truth. Well no more blogs and punching bag performances, get in the ring with someone who will actually have an intelligible response to your delusions. Hahaha Yay Paula!

By: Our Childrens future is at stake here......

Our Childrens future is at stake here...... — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 21:02:24 +0000

I fail to see why a debate between party leaders in Bermuda holds the same weight and importance which it does in the US. We do not have an Executive office (i.e. the President in the US – the Premier in Bermuda) which we each equally vote for… the PLP have approcximately 200 delegates who determine their leader; the OBA’s process for determining leadership embraces slightly more. If I do not live in the constituency for which Paula or Craig are candidates, why do I really want to hear either of them advocate their party’s views? I would much rather prefer to spend some quality time with all canididates in my constituency, to ascertain who deserves my vote. If I have to rely on either Paula or Craig to convince me, than the canidiates in my constituency are failures in my opinion. Bermuda does not require nationally televised debates; it simply needs candidates with integrity to knock on all doors and inform their electorate of how they will work diligently and relentlessly to improve the opoprtunities for all Bermudians. If you are such a candidate, you are always welcome in my home.

By: No OBA

No OBA — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 19:40:56 +0000

OBA do not let Nandi go agaisnst Renee….she will get crushed.

By: Amazed

Amazed — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 19:22:42 +0000

That was not a debate the other night and I am not interested in anymore pretending. What we will get is lots of rehearsed talking points which prove nothing. We are not Americans and I dont wish to become one. I do not believe that an exchange between the two leaders will change anybody’s mind it is pure fiction made up by the media!

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:24:32 +0000

It allows them to point a finger at the opposition and their plan and doesn’t allow the reciprocal to happen with their record. If the OBA where smart not saying they aren’t but I would take them up and use it to attack their record in every question asked and then define their position if possible…….

LOL

By: 2012 DEBATES

2012 DEBATES — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:24:24 +0000

oh I forgotm Nandi is the fairest of them all, please bring her to the Debates in a limosine and give her advance written notice of all questions that will be asked at the debate so that the OBA Caucus and advisors can prepare the answers for her.

Dont fret Nandi all you have to do is smile you are so cute OBA Caucus did the best thing selecting you as nothing is better than a cardboard cut out Barbi in times of distress

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:21:31 +0000

Incase you have not been checking it the truth is boring………………..

LOL

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:19:24 +0000

Please, we can interpret things in many ways but let’s be real here. Plato is referring to the saying “Give them enough rope they will hang themselves” Plato can come back and clarify for us, please. Yes many offensive things have been and will be said form both sides and to everyone. You placing your interpretation to what was written is what is telling for me so as a follow up did you find wand Mr. J Gibbons (PLP) typed to another on Facebook offensive or Mr. Furbert on facebook to a first time voter offensive, or Mr. Christopher acting as the press officer for the PLP stating the whites had a genetic predisposition”, of Mr. Burgess in the house …. the examples are to numerous must I continue or is the point made. According to you logic mentioning a rope, tree, nooses, hanging is as bad as the n word even though many people of many races have been hung for various crimes in history. So do you find the continual reference to the KKK when talking about white Bermudians in PLP press releases offensive I assure you it is.

LOL as I have said life is about perspective please be rational and do not just scan for key words. If you want to be offended you will find a reason to be no matter what had has been said no doubt you probably took offense to what I’ve typed too.?

By: 2012 DEBATES

2012 DEBATES — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:10:35 +0000

Premier Cox vs. MP Craig Cannonier

Renee Ming vs. Nandi Davis

Makai Dickerson vs. Michael Dunkely

Gaylene Cannonier vs. Kim Wilson

Bob Richards vs. David Burt

Bring it on Gary Moreno!! CNN Live

Bermyville!!!!

By: More with less

More with less — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:49:59 +0000

The huge difference with the latter group is that they played no part in bankrupting this country. Big big big difference. The debt is the elephant in the room that many PLP supporters are trying to pretend isn’t that bad. Good luck with that.

By: Clive Spate

Clive Spate — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:49:30 +0000

Will it be via satellite link as Madame Premier never seems to be in the country?

I’m sure the Park Plaza in London would be able help. After all that’s where she’ll be next week hosting a reception for Bermudian students at the taxpayers expense.

By: Vulpes

Vulpes — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:48:07 +0000

Desperation time? There is no precedent in Bermuda for this sort of forum up to now, so why now. Let the Government’s policies speak for themselves, we do not need hyperbole.

By: More with less

More with less — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:44:56 +0000

This is off topic but I had to comment on the Pro-PLP puppet ad on the radio I heard just a couple of days ago. I have to say I would be highly offended if I were a PLP supporter.

By: navin johnson

navin johnson — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:35:40 +0000

the PLP seem desperate to debate anyone…..

By: navin johnson

navin johnson — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:30:09 +0000

and he would be a voice crying in the wilderness to be heard

By: Portia

Portia — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:27:58 +0000

Mr. Swan certainly has the experience; but, with all his passion, he is limited in what he can do. Though dedicated, he alone has been unable to get the hotel started in St. George’s, or a new pier built, or cruise ships (the smaller ones) there on a regular basis, or to help the buisnesses that are struggling in the town. That’s why, as another C2 constituent, I don’t think I can vote for him. But it would be interesting to see him in the debate.

By: Bullseye

Bullseye — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:10:33 +0000

I see no reason why this should not go forth. Craig has nothing to fear for he has the truth on his side. Cox has illusions of grandeur.

Nandi has the courage to do it and I hope she does, but the years of life experience put her at a disadvantage. This does not mean however that she would not do well. The major strike against Renee Ming is that she is willing to support the PLP whilst it has torn the fabric of the island apart socially and fiscally. Bad performance should not be rewarded.

By: argosy

argosy — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:59:25 +0000

What cedar beams?

Why do I have to remove my shoes?

By: argosy

argosy — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:56:25 +0000

Tell them to get lost! There’s nothing to debate/diccuss.

The PLP’s record for the past 14 years of “Government” speaks for itself.

By: street wise

street wise — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:52:45 +0000

“…as a taxpayer we deserve to know who were the beneficiaries of the Trust…”

You don’t need much imagination to figure that one out….

By: Rosy Hill

Rosy Hill — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:51:14 +0000

@ Plato- not funny or necessary. Please express your views without being threatening. That is what gets us in an ugly place to start with. Does it not occur to you that persons of color would be offended by this reference? I know I am offended.

By: street wise

street wise — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:44:43 +0000

That is very unlikely… Independents are essentially powerless without Party backing. A vote for an Independent is a vote for the plp.

Vote wisely.

By: C2 voter

C2 voter — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:28:48 +0000

We elected the right candidate 5 years ago and he has NEVER disappointed us. We will be voting in C2 for Mr. Swan. His number is listed in the phone book, we call and he answers. The advert in yesterdays’ paper was right on, Integrity, honesty and Experience. He fits the bill. The others have no parliamentary experience.

By: Sajanta West

Sajanta West — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:19:51 +0000

The Independent candidates needs to be included in the debates. Why are they being excluded when presently they are the best candidates. They can get things done without towing the party line skirt.

By: John E. Thorne

John E. Thorne — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:19:29 +0000

I look forward to a debate before the election however, if it ends up being like the U.S. Presidential debates then it will be a waste of time.

By: Its all about the Cuteness

Its all about the Cuteness — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:04:29 +0000

Dear Madam Premier and Ms Ming,

Nandi Davis is pretty she doesnt need to debate, nor does she need to win that seat as she is already in the good books of those who will take care of her for jumping on the OBA Sword.

A lot like how the PLP have taken care of Mr Spliff!!

Its all about the Cuteness

By: Rockfish#2

Rockfish#2 — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:54:22 +0000

Let’s face it. Cox can TALK her way out of anything, and would no doubt out talk Cannonier. After all, she is a lawyer.
Lest we forget, the best TALKER in recent political history was none other than Brown, but where/what did it get us? Furthermore she is/was his disciple.

What she needs to do is call a press conference and answer the tough questions regarding how our money was spent since she inherited the Finance Ministry!

By: pebblebeach

pebblebeach — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:53:17 +0000

Who wants to hear more Cogwash…I certainly do not and don’t plan listen to any debate or vote for her even though she is in my constituency…I just want to know who were the beneficiaries of the Trust that was paid millions and millions of dollars to build the Dame Lois Brown Evans building.

That alone will keep me from ever voting for her given she signed of giving 30% of the contract to a Trust…as a taxpayer we deserve to know who were the beneficiaries of the Trust…

That is my one pet peeve among a series on financial blunders she signed off to the point of amassing $1.5B in debt.

Only in Bermuda could a Government get away with such “in your face” blatancy.

By: Bermyman

Bermyman — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:53:16 +0000

I think Bob and Paula would be better on a debate regarding the economy.

Craig and Paula would also be good, but I doubt as both are party leaders that they would drill down on specifics. We would hear a whole lot of generic slogans like ‘standing strong’ and ‘a better way’, 10 point plan etc. No nitty gritty.

Debates are good but at the same time they are rarely specific when leaders go at it. A whole lot of spin and election speak.

I vote for Paula and Bob. The economy and finance are the biggest issue right now for the Island.

By: small fry

small fry — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:44:59 +0000

Who’s going to debate Makai Dickerson up at Westgate?