Demonstrators Take A Stand In Cross Roads - PNP Big Wigs Give Support

Bark Di Trute reports indicate that the size of the demonstration now taking place in Cross Roads has increased. It is now minutes after 10:00 am. The following pictures were captured at the scene.

Certain TikTokers would not be left out as they made their presence felt, ensuring that they were in the limelight. The language of some of these TikTokers is more appropriate for the bathroom.

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Sam Carty

We look forward to hearing from this coalition of demonstrators who demonstrated in Cross Roads today. We hope that we are not seeing another set of aspiring politicians who, when they get power, will not make a difference. I would love for them to look at the data Bark Di Trute has published about crime, gross domestic product, and per capita income. There is plenty that they can all learn from those figures.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding was at the demonstration. He made a statement. Click on the video icon below to listen to the Opposition Leader.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding.

MP Julian Robinson.

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Demonstration In Cross Roads

It is now 7:40 am and reports coming from Cross Roads is that the advertised demonstration for this morning has far more police than demonstrators at this time. 

The organizers who are unknown probably expect a bigger crowd later in the morning.

If you are in the area, please update me on the situation by sending a WhatsApp message to 876 816-5261. 

Thanks and all the best.

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Jamaica And The Caribbean Per Capita Income - Frightening Figures

 

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I have posted these tables to encourage economists and others to examine our country to see where we are coming from and where we are going. I would love for them to share their knowledge with people in a way that is easy to understand.

Per capita income (PCI) is the average income earned by each person in a specific geographic area (like a city, state, or country) over a specified period, usually a year. It is used to evaluate a population's overall standard of living and economic well-being.

When we look at the figures, you will see that the per capita income of Jamaica puts it just above Haiti, which is at the bottom of the list.

We should note that those countries that did not opt for independence have enjoyed a higher PCI than most of the Caribbean countries that are independent, as shown in Table III.

Although we have increased our PCI since 1962, as shown in Table I, we are far behind the Bahamas, as shown in Table II.

Data was obtained from the World Bank website, and some data were missing.

Another independence celebration approaches, and it cannot just be about songs and dances. The country has to look seriously at moving all economic indicators in the right direction. The first table I presented in this series showed how crime has developed over the years, and that has negatively impacted the ability of our country to move forward economically. 

Wasting time talking about certain political issues locally and internationally cannot be our main focus. Political parties and how they perform in the polls cannot be the main focus. A country is the biggest business containing various businesses, and we have to treat it as such. If we don't treat it as such, our families and our people will pay for it dearly.

Note: I hardly believe there are any errors in the data, but please let me know if you see anything that is unusual. The figures for the calculations were extracted from the World Bank website. Some data were not available or were missing.

The Political Parties Have Lost Their Tongues On The Julian Chang Issue?

Opposition Leader, Mark Golding

Mrs Julian Chang

Bark Di Trute brought the news to you first about the resignation of Julian Chang from the PNP. It seems that all lips are now sealed. We have not heard from MP Dwayne Vaz or the Opposition Leader Mark Golding.

Chang is very popular in the Savanna La Mar division, and as the former chairman of the party in the Westmoreland Central constituency, her stock is high. The JLP is also silent on this matter. Is the JLP laying out the red carpet for Mrs. Chang, and could she stand a chance against Dwayne Vaz in the next general elections? In the meantime, she will be an independent councillor with the potential to become a JLP councillor.

It is best that we have transparency, or else fake news will run things. Let's hear from the political parties. Bark Di Trute also understands that a PNP councillor-caretaker from Trinityville in St. Thomas has also resigned!

Is it that there is a falling out in the PNP at the grassroots level? We are aware that some PNP members are not supportive of the modus operandi of some PNP members. Is this developing into a rift within the party? Are there challenges to the PNP leader? We are aware of a councillor in St. Catherine who is ready to take over the leadership of the PNP when the trumpet sounds.

The race is on, and while it might seem like the PNP is targeting the JLP heavily at this time, it could be Mark Golding ensuring that he sits comfortably in his seat as party leader. The PNP will also have to consider if they want the PM to always welcome him as the Opposition Leader!

I would love to know what the Bark Di Trute readers think. Please add your comments at the bottom of this blog. The political leaders follow the Bark Di Trute blog

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Glen Case The Popular Model From The 1970s

 

Glen Case

Former popular model and media personality in the 1970s, Glen Case, is having major challenges at this time. We wish him all the best.

Glen modelling with Patsy Yuen.

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Breaking News - PNP Councillor Resigns

I just got information from someone in the political circle that Councillor Julian Chang has resigned from the PNP. She had made some damaging allegations against PNP MP Dwayne Vaz, and this matter was simmering for some time. This is a developing story, and we have not heard whether or not Julian will cross the municipal authority floor to join the JLP.

These allegations against Vaz should have been dealt with by the executive of the PNP, and Bark Di Trute is not aware of this matter being dealt with. This may be the final straw that broke the camel's back.

Bark Di Trute is unable to make contact with Mrs Julian Chang. 

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PM And Other Citizens Coming Under Numerous Lie Attacks

Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness

My parents have always told me to be careful of liars because those who lie will steal, and those who steal will commit murder. 

The Prime Minister, other political leaders, and citizens are coming under severe, persistent attacks on social media. Some nasty comments are being made against citizens, which can damage their reputations. Action must be taken to protect people from these vultures who spend each day scavenging for rotten meat stories to post about others.

Yesterday, someone had a podcast stating that there was a killing at the residence of the Prime Minister. It seems to me that some of these people posting these nasty comments have mental challenges, and they need help. Those who support these posts need to see a psychiatrist. These false stories are causing Jamaicans in the diaspora to become worried about their country, and they are wondering if they should return to Jamaica.

I received the following from a reputable source about the post stating that there was a killing at the PM's residence:

Contrary to the claim by a PNP blogger, no fatality occurred at the home of Prime Minister Holness.

There was a dispute between workmen after they left a worksite in St. Andrew on Friday. The dispute resulted in the death of one of the workmen.

However, to be clear, the PM does *NOT* own the property, and it is certainly not his home. 

Those allegations are total lies being promoted by the PNP in a baseless bid to get power by disparaging and discrediting the Prime Minister while he is off the island on Government business.

I don't expect the PNP, which is a reputable political party, to support the activities of these deviant media-misleading bloggers. I believe it would be a good idea for the party to disassociate itself from these people, who are damaging the party's good name.

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A New Political Party Or Just A New Movement?

I received this video, and the graphics for the video is shown above. It talks about a demonstration calling for transparency and other matters. 

• Who are the organizers and leaders of this demonstration? 
• Who produced the video announcing this demonstration? 
• Did the organizers get permission from the police to have this demonstration?You say, "No one is above the law."
• Who is Michy Dex?  
• Is Michy Dex a new party leader who has come to take us to the promised land?
• Is that your voice, Michy Dex on the video? Yu sound like an Englishman!
• Should we say not to corruption or "no" to corruption?

If you are calling for transparency and accountability, then you have to start with yourselves.

I have been saying that people want a reliable water supply, pothole-free roads, and a public sector which gives outstanding customer service, but I did not see any groups joining the call. Wey oonu come from? Mi no want to join no demonstration and mek police come bus mi head!

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Our Exchange Rate Over The Years

 

I decided to post the table above, showing changes in the Jamaican dollar's exchange rate against the US dollar since 1970. I did this in groups of 10 years, starting from 2025 and going back.

The Jamaican dollar (JMD) was introduced in 1969, replacing the Jamaican pound at a rate of 1 pound to 2 dollars. Britain was our colonial master. My understanding is that in the early days, the Jamaican dollar was worth more than the US dollar. Our currency then was in pounds, shillings, and pence.

We had some interesting names for the value of some of our currency in the days of pounds, shillings, and pence. A penny and a halfpenny were called a "quatty." One pound and one shilling were called a guinea. We also had a farthing, which was half of a halfpenny. I am sure there were others, but I have to depend on my readers to remind me.

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Between 1969 and the present day, the Jamaican dollar transitioned to a floating currency and depreciated significantly against the US dollar. 

Because the Jamaican dollar did not exist before 1969, there is no exchange rate for the period between 1962 and 1969. During those earlier decades, Jamaica used the Jamaican pound (tied to the British sterling) as its official legal tender.

The question is, what went wrong when we moved away from using the currency of our colonial masters to having our own currency? Our significant trading partner is the US, so when our dollar falls in relation to the US dollar, the cost of imports goes up! It is interesting to note that the rate of the Barbadian dollar to the US dollar has been two to one for several years

Exchange rate figures were obtained from the Bank of Jamaica website.

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