LET ME STATE from the beginning that I do not believe there are any inconveniences in relation to life and living.
There is only “what is” and “what is not”.
For example, the pothole problem currently causing distress and frustration on our roads cannot be simply seen as an inconvenience.
It is a symptom of a lack of responsibility, a hallmark of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) administration.
After this administration raised road tax, put measures in place to increase compliance (threats of prosecution and penalties, increased spot checks by police and traffic wardens, et cetera) and while citizens grapple with the worst “recession” since the twentieth century, it is most unfortunate that absolutely nothing has been done to maintain the same roads upon which we have to travel.
Though for some of us the ridiculous cost of vehicles and parts is puzzling, one could at least consider reducing all taxes associated with the purchase of parts when vehicles are subject to severe wear and tear ravages in light of the poor conditions ofour roads.
This matter of road disrepair seems to be another condition our Government continues to pay little or no attention to. Could it be that the members of Government see this as more Bajan bellyaching or is this one more “don’t blame me!” moment?
Whichever way one sees it, there is no way we can accept this constant disregard for the concerns of Barbadians.
Can we really in all seriousness, relegate every major disaster under this administration to the “inconveniences of life”?
Just when we thought the callous nature to representation could not get any worse, we are again humiliated by the utterances of Stuart and Kellman.
Patience is a virtue that is being tested like never before under this shadow of the once respectable Democratic Labour Party.
Even the most fierce of rivals has respect for each other’s great skills, achievements, and so on.
This version of a once proud political party has redefined the understanding of governance to the detriment of all aspiring politicians and political parties.
We are a country in crisis. The sooner those of us who are either asleep or too ashamed to admit it face this reality, the better for all.
Two terms of broken promises, lack of empathy, plus incompetence are nothing to make excuses for or to take as an inconvenience of life.
We the people can no longer suffer the inconveniences of life while those entrusted to look after our welfare continue to play power games that make us the losers every time.
– RICHARD HOLLOWAY
