Letters
February 28, 2026
Are hair rules black and white?
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every society needs rules, or life would be chaotic in situations when you have to second guess the validation of rights. Yet, does freedom of expression infringe on uniformity? …
February 27, 2026
Letter of the Day | Is the outcome already decided?
THE EDITOR, Madam: On Saturday, February 21, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in West End, Negril for the proposed Negril Paradise Integrated Resort and Marina – which was written about Jamaica…
February 27, 2026
Made in America
THE EDITOR, Madam: We are often reminded how brilliant the founding fathers were when they drew up the Constitution of the US in 1787; one stipulation was that the “President will from time to time…
February 27, 2026
One road authority must be supported
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write in reference to the article published on January 29, by PNP councillor Kijana Johnson titled ‘One authority must be rejected’ . The Government recently announced the…
February 26, 2026
Letter of the Day | Democracy’s silent shield: institutional respect
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recent events in the United States of America, particularly the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down sweeping presidential tariffs, offer an important lesson for all…
February 26, 2026
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.”…
February 26, 2026
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…
February 25, 2026
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…
February 25, 2026
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…