Whose Side Are You On, Mr. Pintard?
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT DEAN’S BLUE HOLE I was profoundly perplexed by a video Michael Pintard posted last week. On one hand,
Cabbage Beach
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM GRAND BAHAMA Last week, a chain link fence was placed on Cabbage Beach, Paradise Island denying
Friendship Does Not Cancel Sovereignty
In every relationship, there must be boundaries—romantic relationships, friendships and relationships between nations. Without them, lines become blurred and one
Pintard Waves Two Flags
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT The missteps of his Majesty’s Loyal opposition Leader, Michael Pintard, cannot be overlooked as rookie
KELLY BURROWS WRITES ON CHURCH PROTOCOL
I’m addressing this to the Anglican clergyman in particular. My observation at funerals is no longer a service of respect
Pintard Can’t Choose A Side
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM GRAND BAHAMA The leader off the opposition, Michael Pintard has first hand experience of storm surge
Opposition 101: Ask Better Questions
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT WRITES FROM DEANS BLUE HOLE In education, teachers use Bloom’s Taxonomy to assess how deeply students think. At
Bahama Rock Turns Up the Heat
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM GRAND BAHAMA Bahama Rock is a mining company seeking government’s approval to mine aggregate at the
Rick Fox Takes the Wrong Shot
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT DEAN’S BLUE HOLE For two weeks, I have argued that the FNM needs rebuilding. It needs leadership, depth
FIVE STAR DILEMMA
A LETTER TO THE EDITOR FROM KELLY BURROWS I feel the need to add my two cents to this loosely
A New Parliament Building
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT The Parliament square and its buildings were constructed in 1815. It is situated in Downtown,
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT DEAN’S BLUE HOLE
The Search Party Needs Flashlights Last week, I wrote that you cannot win without a bench. Apparently, some within the
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM GRAND BAHAMA
Felix Sands Cabbage Beach Paradise Island fence. The misguided investor, beach access to the public, the tourism dollar, foreign direct
You Can’t Win Without a Bench
ABAGAIL CARTWIRGHT DEAN’S BLUE HOLE The Chicago Bulls were arguably one of the greatest teams in modern NBA history. They
Why Are We Still Standing in Line?
Abigail Cartwright writes from Dean’s Blue Hole I dread going to any government office for anything. Before you get past
$265 Million: Accountability or Political Theatre?
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT’S DEAN’S BLUE HOLE The latest political storm over the National Investment Fund raises an important question—but perhaps not
Hawksbill Creek Agreement and the RESET needed.
Felix Sands writes from Freeport Tuesday 4th, August 2026, marked the 71st Anniversary of the signing of the Hawksbill Creek
We Only Fix What is Broken
There is a lesson I learned from owning my condominium. I bought it 15 years ago, newly renovated and in
No! No!. No to Bahama Rock
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT Bahama Rock is a Mining Company that exports aggregate to various markets around the world.
Don’t Let a Tariff Go to Waste
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT’S DEAN’S BLUE HOLE For years, we have described The Bahamas as a tourism-driven economy. While that is true,
Grand Bahama Shipyard
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM GRAND BAHAMA Today, we focus on The Grand Bahama Shipyard and its business model of 26
Two Conversations, One Problem
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT’S DEAN’S BLUE HOLE Last week, the Minister of Education confirmed that The Bahamas is facing a shortage of
Beyond the Flag
ABIGAIL CARTWRIGHT WRITES FROM DEAN’S BLUE HOLE Every Independence, I look forward to the celebrations at Clifford Park, the display
Celebrating 53 Years of Independence
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT The Bahamas, my country, would not trade it for any other country in the world.
YES! BUT, NOT NOW – FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT
The antecedents of the Free National Movement could be summed up in four words, Yes! But, Not Now. This is
What type of Fisherman call his Fish Stink?
The fish he sells and, also, exports around the world. His catch is the only way he sustains his family
The Politics of Permanent Crisis
During the Senate Budget Debate this week, Attorney General Wayne Munroe delivered what I considered to be a masterclass on
Destabilizing The Country
In order for our system of government to work and function properly and effectively, we need an opposition. The May12th
Will the Real Leader of the Opposition Please Stand Up?
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT FROM DEAN’S BLUE HOLE The budget debate in the House of Assembly is over, but one question is
Two Angry Men
FELIX SANDS FROM GRAND BAHAMA The Bahamas Parliament has been meeting from September 29th ,1729. We have a time time
Long Island: Progress You Can See, Challenges Still to Address
Dr. Andre Rollins, the newly elected member of parliament for Long Island dominated the headlines this week, but not in
The FNM and the Politics of Grief
ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT DEAN’S BLUE HOLE Since May 12, I have been closely observing the political climate in The Bahamas, and
Break Up Everything
– Felix Sands Writes From Freeport In 1967 the PLP finally attained Majority Rule. This came after the wilderness years
The Campaign Is Over. The Budget Debate Should Begin
– ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT FROM DEAN’S BLUE HOLE Last Wednesday, Minister of Finance, Hon. Michael Halkitis presented the Government’s budget to
Michael Pintard Miscalculated
– FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT In the run up to the May 12th, 2026 general elections, FNM Leader, Michael
The Campaign of Hatred
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT The 2026 elections campaign of hatred and bitterness has soundly been rejected by the Bahamian
The Bahamas Cannot Afford to Ignore Electoral Reform Any Longer
Abigail Cartwright writes from Dean’s Blue Hole There are many lessons to be learned from the last general election in
The Choice Before The Bahamas: Why the PLP and FNM Are Not the Same
Over the past few weeks, I have heard a phrase repeated over and over again: “Both parties are the same.” But
FELIX SANDS WRITES FROM FREEPORT
A campaign based on Gloom and Doom; praying for drought so the crops in the field will dry up and
They Expect You to Turn Back
– DEANS BLUE HOLE BY ABAGAIL CARTWRIGHT Nine days before a general election, the Advance Poll has already told us