Isat Buchanan has been selected by the People's National Party as the candidate for East Portland in the upcoming parliamentary elections. He is committed to improving constituents' lives and is engaging with supporters. Meanwhile, former President Obama is set to bolster Kamala Harris's campaign in key swing states, highlighting the election's significance.
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Bluedot Poll Say 44% of Jamaicans Think Country is on Wrong Track.
A Bluedot poll reveals that 44% of Jamaicans believe the country is on the wrong path under Prime Minister Andrew Holness, a sentiment that has grown among JLP supporters. Only 27% think Jamaica is going in the right direction. The poll, conducted with 1,246 voters, indicates rising skepticism since 2021.
PNP Claims PM’s Lawsuit is a Tactic to Silence Opposition.
Dr. Dayton Campbell of the PNP claims that legal threats from Prime Minister Andrew Holness aim to silence criticism of his leadership. Despite anticipated defamation lawsuits, the PNP will continue to reveal the Prime Minister's alleged failings, insisting he has lost public confidence and should inform citizens about ongoing investigations into his finances.
Concerns over Golding’s dual citizenship indicate the JLP’s desperation.
The President of the People's National Party, Mark Golding, condemns the Jamaica Labour Party's focus on his dual citizenship as a diversion from the PNP's achievements in local elections. He promises to prioritize Jamaica's real issues and resources for the people when he becomes prime minister. In other news, a suspect wanted for arson was apprehended by the police in St. Mary.
Dr. Chang believes social intervention during the early childhood stage is essential in addressing issues of youth violence.
National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang emphasizes collaborative efforts with early childhood and primary schools to address school violence. He stresses the need to influence young minds early and acknowledges the urgency of intervention at the primary school level, citing concerns about lottery scamming. Opposition Leader Mark Golding reaffirms his Jamaican nationality amidst queries about his citizenship.
PNP condemns JLP councilor’s altercation with a man in orange, citing ‘intimidation and assault.’
ST THOMAS, Jamaica – A video of a fight between a man in orange and a councilor from the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) has caused tension. The People's National Party (PNP) criticized the JLP councilor's actions, calling them intimidation and assault. The PNP said these actions go against democracy. Peter Bunting, from the PNP, condemned … Continue reading PNP condemns JLP councilor’s altercation with a man in orange, citing ‘intimidation and assault.’
Jamaican Gazette: Trending political news in Jamaica.
Political News Roundup: In this news, PNP Mark Golding called Venesha Phillips a traitor. Venesha Phillips hits back at Mark Golding, and St Thomas police launched a probe into an altercation between a JLP councilor and a PNP supporter. "Traitor!" Golding Slams Venesha Phillips for Leaving PNP. PNP president Mark Golding passionately branded the councilor … Continue reading Jamaican Gazette: Trending political news in Jamaica.
Mark Golding scolds the government for ‘mismanaging’ NHT funds.
President of the People's National Party, Mark Golding, has reiterated his commitment to restoring the National Housing Trust to its original purpose of providing affordable housing solutions for Jamaicans. Golding criticized Prime Minister Andrew Holness for what he described as gross mismanagement of the agency, highlighting the depletion of NHT funds under the Holness administration, … Continue reading Mark Golding scolds the government for ‘mismanaging’ NHT funds.
Golding castigated Westmoreland JLP representatives for nonaction in Parliament.
Westmoreland, Jamaica—Expressing deep disappointment in the performance of the elected representatives from Westmoreland in Parliament, People's National Party President and Leader of the opposition, Mark Golding, highlighted their lack of vocal contribution during sessions. Addressing a gathering of supporters at Manning's High School in Westmoreland on Sunday night, January 13, 2024, Golding criticized the parliamentarians … Continue reading Golding castigated Westmoreland JLP representatives for nonaction in Parliament.
Is there an urgent need to restore Jamaica’s moral fiber?
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson emphasized the urgent importance of restoring Jamaica's moral fabric. Speaking at the recent annual dinner of the Jamaica Committee of Umpires Association, held at the esteemed Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston, Mr. Patterson drew a striking analogy between the sport of cricket and the essential laws and norms that … Continue reading Is there an urgent need to restore Jamaica’s moral fiber?