Comments on: Column: ‘Overwhelming Mandate To Govern’

By: Sherbet man

Sherbet man — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 21:14:13 +0000

And the PLP are using it today ….

By: Sickofantz

Sickofantz — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 20:48:03 +0000

Commitees on this committees on that. Actions speak louder than commitees.

By: Albie

Albie — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 19:46:35 +0000

PBanks, Yes that’s true. Any successes or failures will be owned by the PLP.

I pray for positive results.

By: Double S

Double S — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 19:06:47 +0000

For five consecutive years, up until 2012, the AG issued qualified opinions on the consolidated fund.

The very first year the OBA was in power they returned and stayed as unqualified. So my guess is that not much will be found despite your assertions.

The fact that you’re ready to defend a contract such as Port Royal shows how much you put your team above your country. But I already knew that:)

By: Breathe

Breathe — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:58:31 +0000

I tell you what, let’s see where you stand when the “irrefutable facts” come out about 2013-2017. Then we can see if you like bias in your coffee every morning or just where “my team” is concerned. Let’s start with the “irrefutable” cost of the America’s Cup when it’s revealed……

By: Double S

Double S — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:40:59 +0000

Why was the CoI a fiasco?

Just because you didn’t like the irrefutable facts that came out of the CoI and AG’s report which preceded the inquiry doesn’t make it a fiasco.

Allowing the alleged culprits to get away with the massive abuse of our monies is and will be the true fiasco. But why do I get the distinct feeling you don’t care about alleged abuses of taxpayer funds by your team?

By: Breathe

Breathe — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 16:56:09 +0000

After surrendering his journalistic stance to participate in the fiasco that was the Commission of Inquiry, Mr. Barritt, with respect, has little to no credibility.He must answer for his own complicity in the clear plan to win in 2012 when he “fell on his sword” for Craig Cannonier’s ascension. That act and his role in the COI contradict the inclusive, bi-partisan approach he advocates for here.The COI was a political exercise which ultimately was unmasked for what it really was and ran counter to the intentions of the OBA in setting it in motion. Until Mr. Barritt and others admit their complicity in the brand of politics and political actions that have fueled the divide in this country, nothing they say can be taken at face value.

By: Onion Juice

Onion Juice — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 16:36:15 +0000

Whats counter productive was O.B.A. using U.B.P. ideaology.

By: Toodle-oo

Toodle-oo — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:51:37 +0000

“People then asked what the result means. It means quite simply this: the Progressive Labour Party has won an overwhelming mandate to govern and to lead Bermuda in the direction they think will best meet our interests.”

Actually they will lead Bermuda in the direction that best meets THEIR interests . From here on it’s going to be an all out war to continually be re-elected , at any cost . Even if it’s not in the best interests of all of Bermuda .

Being PC is all well and nice but it’s rarely the truth .

By: Athena

Athena — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:42:26 +0000

Mr. Barritt has long been a proponent of parliamentary committees. That is all well and good, provided those chosen are persons of integrity and ethics; not individuals who have been highlighted by the COI.

Also, as stated there is a honeymoon period for a new administration. However, this administration has already made some ministerial appointments which are questionable given their previous time in government. Will they do better with committees?

By: PBanks

PBanks — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:11:16 +0000

Yes, the BDA long term would have been better served not letting the UBP come in and take over. Now the combined party is left to flutter in the wind.

By: puzzled

puzzled — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:10:51 +0000

Same s***ake different day.
Same dirt and then mold.
Enjoy 2017.

By: PBanks

PBanks — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:10:06 +0000

I think the emphasis is on ‘overwhelming’, which you neglected to include. The 19-17 result of 2012 gave the OBA a mandate to govern, but it was tenuous – any party defections, etc. would put it at risk.

At 24-12, the mandate is clear and undisputable. The OBA cannot put up any roadblocks whatsoever.

By: Truth is killin' me...

Truth is killin' me... — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:28:41 +0000

“Mandate to govern” lol that’s what governments do innit…govern? Bland statement. Govern with integrity would have been a better statement Mr. Barritt.

By: True Story

True Story — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:10:39 +0000

Mr. John Barritt was among the elite in the UBP. The same party that had 40% black MPs and voters. The same party that lost these MPs and voters. Black Bermudians flip flopped from the UBP in droves like a sinking ship.
The UBP Party decided to disband and merge with the Bermuda Democratic Party aka BDA party to create the OBA.

WHY!!!……..Because black Bermudians were not voting for the UBP. Now the failed experiment call the OBA has failed. 24 – 12

The Bermuda Democratic Party never should have merged with the UBP which I was a member of.

By: aceboy

aceboy — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:03:19 +0000

One point in the 100 day plan was to stimulate the economy. Then two points down they mentioned price controls. That tells me it was all electioneering. Those two points are counter productive.