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Column: PLP’s Simmons On Assisting Women
[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] The world is facing trying times, but here in Bermuda, we are doing our part to help many to ease the burden. Yesterday, Minister Tinee Furbert, Minister Crystal Caesar and Myself spoke about how we are helping our fellow Bermudian women during these times. Here is how we are making life fairer... Read more of this article
Column: Codrington On Politics, Leaders & More
[Opinion column written by the FDM's Shalleya Codrington] For years, broken promises and self-serving politics have eroded trust in leadership. While it’s easy to blame government leaders, the question we must ask ourselves is: why have we allowed this to continue? What will it take for us to say, “Enough is enough”? Our culture, traditions,... Read more of this article
Column: Hodgkins On Party Politics & More
[Opinion column written by Karen Hodgkins] Why Bermuda needs to rid itself of party politics! In 2009 I involved myself in party politics in order to help my country. Joining the Bermuda Democratic Alliance was the beginning of my journey in politics. For the last 15 years I have held many positions in the OBA political party; Executive party Secretary,... Read more of this article
Column: IMF, 80 Years, Trade & More
[Column written by Patrice Horner] Rebuilding international cooperation and trade was a critical issue after the horrors of World War II. The importance has remerged as critical issue this year, with the wars in the Ukraine, Gaza, and after the U.S. Election. Trade creates cohesion around the globe. The International Monetary Fund [IMF] was established... Read more of this article
Column: Truth As A New Year’s Resolution
[Opinion column written by Martha Harris Myron] Why is knowing the truth so hard, while lying and its cousins cheating and stealing, are rewarded – in the short term. A reader poll on Answer Yahoo came up with the following statement on why: because a lie tells you what you want to hear, but the truth tells you what you need to know. “We... Read more of this article
Column: Scott On PLP, Economy & More
[Opinion column written by Michael Scott] Bermudians, like many around the world, have faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. Global inflation has driven up the cost of living in nearly every corner of the globe, and economic uncertainty has affected families, workers, and businesses alike. Yet through it all, the Progressive Labour Party [PLP]... Read more of this article
Column: Gilbert Darrell On Future Of Power
[Opinion column written by Gilbert Darrell] Bermuda has long been recognized as one of the most beautiful and unique places on Earth. However, beauty comes at a cost, and in Bermuda, one of the highest costs is energy. Residents and businesses alike face some of the most expensive electricity bills in the world, driven by our reliance on aging infrastructure... Read more of this article
Column: Adams On Pre-Budget Report & More
[Opinion column written by MP Jache Adams] Building a fairer Bermuda for all of us is at the core of what we believe and what we do. It is a promise to the people of Bermuda and our commitment to everyone, not just the privileged few, having an opportunity to thrive. As a result, The Pre-Budget Report for 2025/26 is more than a policy document; it’s... Read more of this article
Column: Myron On Compassion & Community
[Column written by Martha Harris Myron] The US economy is strong, so the economic pundits say. Inflation is dropping, but that trickle-down effect is not reflected in ordinary families’ financial situations. It never has been so in Bermuda where cost-of-living is always a challenge. This news is not of any comfort to any working family that is now... Read more of this article
Column: FDM’s Simmons On Justice & More
[Opinion column written by the FDM's Blaine Simmons] “Step into the fire of self-discovery. This fire will not burn you, it will only burn what you are not.” – Mooji These words stayed with me during my time in prison. At my lowest, facing a system that nearly stole my freedom, I embraced prayer, reflected on my dreams, sought a deeper... Read more of this article
Column: Wayne Caines On Violence Reduction
[Opinion column written by MP Wayne Caines] Today, I write as a former Minister of National Security, but more importantly, as a son of Bermuda, a witness to its pain, and a believer in its promise. I have walked the streets marked by the scars of gang violence. I have looked into the eyes of grieving mothers, burdened by sorrow yet still holding hope.... Read more of this article
Column: Talbot-Woolridge On Bermuda’s Youth
[Opinion column written by Shomari Talbot-Woolridge] The recent op-ed, What About the Youth?, raises important questions about the challenges facing young Bermudians. However, it fails to acknowledge the steps the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] has taken to address those issues while conveniently ignoring the failures of the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA]... Read more of this article
