Dear Editor,
The title may sound dumb, but I must borrow this line from MP Christophe Emmanuel, who uses it a lot when he is trying to untangle a situation. It is a line that has infiltrated my thoughts for some time and is refusing to leave. Has this been the case for the public as well; where their mind seeks clarity to some weird circumstances that just don’t make sense at all, or are referred to as nine days talk?
How is it possible that the Prosecutor’s Office can confiscate a boat that belongs to someone who is suspected of fraud, and that person turns around and moves it from the impounded location to elsewhere? What was on that boat that warranted the risk to steal it, without the fear of getting caught and the worries of receiving additional punishment? Or, was the boat really protected as intended by the judiciary?
Ironically, the other day when government was about to tumble down, it is alleged that this suspected fraudster was the deal-breaker between the opposition and some renegades from UD. Luckily, one opposition member refused to sign on to this continuous manipulation of these economic hit-men, who are designing and controlling the formations of governments. To this MP I give credit for exercising some semblance of integrity.
Consistently, the public is inundated with sentiments of dissatisfaction with this coalition from the opposition; yet, the level of wheeling and dealing has multiplied, especially since certain Members of the Council are being accused of misconduct. Not surprisingly, the most tenacious enticers are the younger MPs. Why is that? Are they being groomed or the mindset was already shaped, prior to their position?
People, don’t be fooled by pretty talk. Their performances may be glamorous, but ultimately, it’s like drinking poison from a golden cup.
This is why Ronald van Raak can write an article like the one that appeared in The Daily Herald on Monday, November 12 – one that reminded us of the corruption that is still permeating the political apparatus. And more disheartening, for the greater part, these traitors are not willing to make any changes to their behaviour, even if they are being closely monitored.
Take note of the recent luncheon date that occurred between an MP from NA and one from UD. When the public remarked that there will be a new formation which includes NA, what was the response of the UD member? He declared that the luncheon was a casual meeting to discuss the passing of his mentor. Interestingly, just a week ago, the truth that was rumored all along slipped out unexpectedly. This is what happens when a liar cannot lie.
The population is puzzled by the inaction of the UD leader towards the TEATT Minister, particularly to give an account to Parliament and to ask for his resignation after such shameful scandal. Although the Minister carries the responsibility for his negligence in both instances, the baffling question is: What are the benefits to the MP, to select and keep the Minister in this non-productive position?
These locally-termed nine days talks can be very troubling, especially when children are involved. In February of this year, a student from the Dr. Martin Luther King Primary School went missing for about four days. After hearing the terrible news, the community assisted the family in the search to locate the boy. Surprisingly, the then principal of the school remained silent, even though he was on island throughout the ordeal.
Where was he and why was he not part of the search team – a principal who always took the shine from his teachers, every time there was an opportunity to be in the media? Since this
mystery took place, the population have not heard one word about the wellbeing of the child. Why is the public so passive when the lives of children are endangered – youngsters who will be given the torch to carry on the legacy of nation-building?
Then a few months ago, a little boy died of suspected drug intake and that seemed to be a dead case as well. Who is really looking out for the welfare of children, when so many inquiries to their dilemmas remain unanswered? Moreover, why is the opposition so desperate to get back in government and why are Golden Boy and crew are playing such a dirty game? I cannot get it understand!
Joslyn Morton
