Letters
26 Feb, 2026
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Black History Month - confronting colonial shadows
THE EDITOR, Madam: Black History Month reminds us of Marcus Garvey’s timeless warning: “ A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.”…
26 Feb, 2026
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Embrace civilised behaviour
THE EDITOR, Madam: As I reflect on Jamaica’s state with babies, girls,women and men young and old being chopped, burnt, maimed or shot to death. I am reminded that empathy and understanding can…
25 Feb, 2026
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Letter of the Day | The diaspora must play a respectful role
THE EDITOR, Madam: Love for this country runs deeply, and it is from that love that I speak honestly about the diaspora’s role in Jamaica’s future. Let it be clear: the Jamaican diaspora is not a…
25 Feb, 2026
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A call for tax reform
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica navigates its economic landscape, it’s time to reconsider our tax structure. The current system places a significant burden on individual taxpayers, while key industries…
25 Feb, 2026
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An accident waiting to happen
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is an accident waiting to happen in the Half-Way Tree area and certainly, I don’t want to be there when it does. I speak of the danger to which commuters and passers-by are…
25 Feb, 2026
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Responsible leadership requires difficult choices
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a young Jamaican, I understand persons’ unease about new taxes. Nobody likes to pay more. It affects families. It affects businesses. It sparks strong opinions. However,…
24 Feb, 2026
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Letter of the Day | Intercession for Cuba: A preferred zone of peace
THE EDITOR, Madam: Hope springs that the US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, along with other circumstances, will serve to strengthen the resolve and endeavour in countries that would wish to lend a…
24 Feb, 2026
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Westmoreland received critical housing support under ROOFS
THE EDITOR, Madam: The handover of grants under the Shelter Recovery Programme (SRP) in Westmoreland on February 19, was a demonstration that structured governance can restore dignity as it restores…
24 Feb, 2026
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Necessary step towards a healthier Jamaica
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write in strong support of the February 23, Gleaner editorial endorsing the Government’s decision to impose a special consumption tax on pre-packaged sweetened beverages. This…