Writing in 1969 in his book âFrom Columbus to Castro: The History of the Caribbean, 1492-1969,â Prime Minister of Trinidad …
How Much Longer (Part 2)
How ready and willing are we?
In today’s world, several things are changing around us and few among us are aware of such changes. If we …
The Taxing Toll of Trumpâs Tariff Tantrums
Most Caribbean Community (CARICOM) citizens are knee-deep or neck-high into the upcoming Easter holiday weekend mode and Saint Lucians are …
Is the Airport Development Tax a Government Slush Fund?
By James Stanislaus The Airport Development Tax (ADT) was first introduced on May 1st 2011 by the United Workers Party …
The Silly Season Is on Again
Mr. Editor The Silly Season Is on Again I’m curious to see how the “WAR” will be fought this time …
Letter to the Editor, Early Childhood Education: Time to Take Action
I feel it necessary to voice my frustration regarding a preschool operating behind my home. This preschool has been in …
A CHRONICLERâS STORY â Time for Codes of Conduct for General Elec-tions! (Pt. 3)
As a writer back then, while in Grenada in early 1982, I covered the Saint Lucia Christian Councilâs posi-tive role …
Small but Tallawah
Regular readers of this column would probably know that I am a big fan of Singapore. This attraction has …
Collaborative GovernmentâPrivate Sector Action Imperative for a Resilient Trade Future
ON April 9, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day suspension of the higher global tariffs imposed on April …
Young Voters Deserve More Respect from Caribbean Politicians
THE current political situation in Saint Lucia, on the eve of officially still-distant General Elections, is accelerating at unprecedented levels…
A Call for the US to Revisit New Tariffs on CARICOM Countries
For decades, the 14 independent nations of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have helped sustain American prosperity by collectively importing far …
57 Minutes of Introspection
Saint Luciaâs Creative Industry appears to be undergoing a renaissance of sorts. Thereâs definitely a buzz about it. Books are …
A CHRONICLERâS STORY â Between Saint Luciaâs Independence and Grenadaâs Revolution (Pt.2)
When I first joined the Crusader on April 1, 1976, I was a member of a small progressive political grouping …
Whereâs the Love We Used to Have?
IT is amazing how time changes everything. While those my age were growing up, love seemed to be everywhere. There …
A CHRONICLERâS STORY: The Beginning of an Endless Career Penning Paper, Tapping Tabs and Keyboards (Pt. 1)
Letter of Appointment On April 1, 1976, I received a letter of appointment as Editor of The Crusader newspaper, starting …
The U.S. âJoiningâ the Commonwealth: an unreasonable expectation
Recent media stories have suggested that King Charles III could âinviteâ the United States to join the Commonwealth of Nations. …
Leveraging National Sovereignty to Build Resilience
Sovereignty implies that Independent countries can self-govern free from external control. Saint Lucia is self-governing to the extent that 46 …
Caribbean Still in Limbo after Rubio: HOPING FOR THE BEST AND PLANING FOR THE WORST!
US Secretary of State Marco Rubioâs Caribbean tour drew all the attention the Trump administration wished for his three-nation stop …
Time to depend on ourselves
Frequently, at this time of year, everyone is glued to the media to assess what the Government will do for …
The Toxic Influence of Richard Frederick: A Stain on St. Lucia’s Leadership
As a prominent figure in Saint Lucia’s government, Richard Frederick, the Minister of Local Government and Housing, has consistently demonstrated …