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Column: In Tribute To Bermudian Icon Ira Philip
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] Young footballers look to the likes of Maradonna or Pele for inspiration. Young artists look to the likes of Van Gogh or Picasso for contemplation. Young dancers look to the likes of Michael Jackson or Beyonce for perfection. Where do young writers look? Do they look in a magazine? Do they look in a... Read more of this article
Column: Surviving ‘Irmageddon’ In The BVI
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] If one were feeling adventurous they would jump into the water on south shore Bermuda, point their compass due south and head out to open sea. A mere 1,000 miles later, they would find themselves on the pristine shores of our sister island of Tortola, the main island of the British Virgin Islands [BVI] and... Read more of this article
Column: ‘A Little Rebellion Is A Good Thing’
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] “I hold it that a little rebellion now and then is a good thing” – Thomas Jefferson My fellow Bermudians let us to take a moment to recognise that this week marks the 2nd anniversary of one of the greatest rebellions that ever took place in Bermuda or even the entire world. Which rebellion you ask? The... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Revising The 60/40 Rule
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] Momma always told us, often via wooden spoon, “It is not what you say but how you say it. It is not what you do but how you do it.” As we all know mama, and her wooden spoon, was always right. Approximately 4 years ago former Finance Minister Bob Richards spoke about the need to abolish the 60/40 rule... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On ‘Information vs Deflection’
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] On Friday, February 9th, 2017 in Parliament, the Opposition Leader Jeanne Atherden asked Parliamentary Questions [PQs] pertaining to the cost of the Premier David Burt’s staff. The total cost of Premier Burt’s staff is approximately $228,000 per annum. Ironically, 5 years ago, on December 6, 2013,... Read more of this article
Column: ‘Truth About Dec 2 Must Be Revealed’
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] On December 1, 2017, the House of Assembly agreed to establish a Parliamentary Joint Select Committee to carry out an inquiry into the events of, and leading up to, December 2nd, 2016. This Committee is tasked to: 1. “to inquire into the events as aforesaid as thoroughly as may be; 2. to bring closure... Read more of this article
Column: We’re Bermudians, We Are Not Animals
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Two months later and not one word on the investigation of Bermudians being pepper sprayed. Exactly how long does it take to prove what is clearly shown on video? Bermudian people are not violent nor are we revengeful. So the actions by the BPS, supported by the OBA that we have to be kept in our place in some... Read more of this article
Column: Questions About Actions On Dec 2nd
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “What transpired in Bermuda last Friday was disheartening to see and unacceptable. Let me be very clear, I don’t condone the violence that occurred against our citizens and was deeply troubled by what occurred.” – Premier Michael Dunkley It has been painful to read the thousands of negative... Read more of this article
Column: Taking On AME Is A ‘Losing Proposition’
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] According to their website, the African Methodist Episcopal Church [AMEC] grew out of the Free African Society [FAS] which Richard Allen, Absalom Jones, and others established in Philadelphia in 1787. When officials at St. George’s MEC pulled blacks off their knees while praying, FAS members discovered just... Read more of this article
Famous: Support ‘Made In Bermuda’ Concert
[Written by Chris Famous] It is often said that Bermudians need to take initiative and make things happen for themselves. It is also said that Bermudians need to work together in order for things to happen. So as a community when we see our young Bermudians taking their God given talent and working together to make things happen the community must... Read more of this article
Column: Junior Maynard Dill ‘Did It His Way’
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “And now, the end is near; And so I face the final curtain, My friend, I’ll say it clear, I’ll state my case, of which I’m certain. I’ve lived a life that’s full, I’ve traveled each and every highway; And more, much more than this, I did it my way.” - Frank Sinatra Words... Read more of this article
Column: Thank You Troika, Unity Through Arts
[Written by Chris Famous] Something unusual happened over the last few weeks. Well, besides St. David’s taking back the Eastern Counties Cup from Cleveland County in dramatic nail biting style. For an entire week, Bermudians’ Facebook timelines became flooded with accolades by the hundreds, if not thousands, by persons of all demographics giving... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Politics & Race In Bermuda
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] It seems whenever the OBA is looking for votes they begin speaking about the need to engage with the community. What they really seem to be saying, in obvious clumsiness, is that they are trying to appear to care about and subsequently appeal to the black Bermudian community. On November 18, 2011 then Opposition... Read more of this article
Column: Bermuda’s Greatest Hope For Medal
[Written by Chris Famous] For the people of America they had faith in Michael Phelps bringing home the gold in his swimming events. Additionally, they had faith in Simone Biles to bring home the gold in gymnastics. And boy did they deliver. For the people of Jamaica they had faith in Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell to bring home the gold medals in track... Read more of this article
Column: Famous ‘Cup Match Is Your Heritage’
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Originally I was going to sit and write a piece about Cup Match history and the usual banter that is part of Bermudian culture during this time of year. I was going to write about the vast differences between those that support the colours of red and blue and those who support the colours of blue and bluer. I... Read more of this article
Four Videos: Cup Match Summer Splash Concert
[Written by Chris Famous] Every so often a group of people come together as a team and are able to create endless miracles. Feats that no one individual would be able to pull off by themselves are easily attainable when working with other like-minded individuals. For the last few years several event promoters have banded together to create what has... Read more of this article
