What exactly does "crime is the life blood of the Jamaican economy", mean? Are you saying that without crime/violence there would literally be no economy? Can you give specific examples please.
@changeA-o4i What does tourism being the lifeblood of the economy mean? Are you suggesting that, without tourism, there wouldn't be a Jamaican economy? What did slavery being the lifeblood of US and Western economy mean? Was slavery a system/institution of crime and violence? Do you think, for one moment, that slavery ended? Get rid of drug trafficking, scamming, government corruption, etc., and you'll see what happens to the Jamaican economy. We are not a productive society, neither do we possess any natural reource of any value? So, what fills this void?
@@RuminationWithAndrew Thank you for your reply. I am surprised by the response being so literal. I do not believe the economy is dependent on the proceeds of crime as detailed. For example tourism, services and remittances (over US3.2 Billion). Fund the economy. I think the economy "collapsing" without crime is a little dramatic to say the least.
@@changeA-o4iWhere are the proceeds of tourism coming from? Do you think tourism is an entirely clean industry? Let's look at remittances. I would like to think that most of our people are clean, but don't for one moment believe that remittances are also not apart of the washing of money. How often do we hear, or perhaps not hear about barrils loaded with ammunition heading for Jamaica? Why do you believe Western Union is cautious about doing business in Jamaica, and our people, are so highly surveilled by said institution? I don't think you understand the history of money and wealth creation in the West. Additionally, you seem not have a closed mind. The very fact that I opened up the institution of slavery should prod your mind to think. Most of the Western financial landscape, study the history of Wall Street and the economic landscape in Europe, including the Vatican, you'd be shocked, is not as clean as you think they are. This history, for the most part, is still our current reality. So, you are the one who is literally dishing out to me what you are told from mainstream media. These sources are not delving into the deep sociohistorical and economic realities. They are just disseminating information to a public that is largely unaware of HOW our global financial markets operate. So, I would advise YOU to start reading, and begin to think more deeply!
This is the best prime minister i have grown to see, he is the only one i see so far folliw through with everything he say he is going to do. Hope god keep him safe.
@@daviddacres5717 God is not subject to any political party. All leaders are ordained by God. So, it doesn't matter who wins. It is God who sets up and puts down.
@@phillyyardyvibes808 Was I talking about GDP? Everything or anyone can be compared, if you are talking about a mindset, principles and values. Often when political analysts are speaking about democracy, don't they compare their democratic institutions with that of the US? I think I contextualized it properly and clearly. Human nature is the same.
@@THEBEST-nc2bn I am not currently on the grounds to witness what you are speaking about. Like in most countries, I am sure that there are some modest improvements in the physical infrastructure, though our roads often transport us back to the medieval era. Crime and violence, I would say, under Holness' two-term watch, has gotten worse, despite fewer murders recorded last year. The economy is still working for the oligarchs, and a few of its selected citizens. Therefore, I would honestly say, if there are some improvements, they are modest at best, unrecognizable, at worst.
@AnnmarieFoster-u4m Yes, credit should be given where credit is due. Nevertheless, it is equally important that the populace remain vigilant against abuses of government power. Remember, a sitting government is not our friends. Familiarity breeds contempt.
How can they when the risk of death is still high.. you see a fall in murder for 2 months to a so called year does not solidify safety or even mental peace All this is a show for the election. Gleaner and all media is on the dick on thr pm reporting false murder figures ALL LIES
I think Holness is certainly not perfect but l think he has been one of the better if not the best Prime Minister Jamaica has had. I stand corrected if it can be proven that I'm wrong, and l have been around for.a looooong time
@@MartinTucker-w5z I like your honest response. I think experience, as you have so aptly put it, is the greatest teacher, and ought to be respected. I should invite you on the channel to further elucidate your clear position on Dr. Andrew Michael Holness.
Am I? Is it because I haven't told you what you wanted to hear? Who is then the propagandist? Good journalism isn't supposed to please and massage your ego; it is supposed to challenge your intellect.
@@RuminationWithAndrew You are not a Jamaican. You are not even in Jamaica. Even a one time tourist knows more about the improvements in Ja than you. This is a purely money making nonsence. What Island are you really from?
@changeA-o4i No, I am not Jamaican. That's the reason why I know more about Jamaica than you, a Jamaican. You are indirectly confirming my point that Jamaicans like to be dunce. With the poorest economy in the Caribbean, second to Haiti, we are doing fantastically well. Wow! Keep up the good work, my friend! Prosperous days are on the horizon, if Jamaica continues on its projected path! Thanks for such an illuminating intellectual discourse.
@changeA-o4i Are you still showcasing your ignorance? If I were you, I would do a rigorous investigation on two topics: 1) Who is a Jamaican, as your knowledge about Jamaica and Jamaicans is visceral and shallow; 2) Please do some reading on the global economy. If I were you, I would begin with Michael Hudson's, "Superimperialism." Globalization is a real phenomenon. Jamaica is NOT in charge of its own economy. Grow up! It functions within a global community of nations, so anyone, with the ability to read and comprehend, can speak about the Jamaican economy.
@@josephbryden4828 Yes, if Andrew plays his political cards well, he could, like PJ Patterson, land the JLP a third term. He has mastered the art of propaganda -- like his predecessor, PJ Patterson. Like Share Subscribe!
@@joanbailey9484 I don't have to live in Jamaica to comment on Jamaica. We are living in a global village. Does Orlando Patterson, whom your prime minister has appointed to lead the education task force, live in Jamaica?
@@marvinmcintosh5971 Stay tuned, Marvin. I will drop a video on Markie G, with regard to what he needs to do, if he and the PNP desire to win the next election. Let's think about Jamaica and not the politicians who come and go, and leave us with bad policies.
BBC PROVE ONE THEN NUH .. tiad a Unu a talk bout Andrew a teef Andrew a liad and Unu can’t state what him teef or lie about … go vote pnp some hefty tax awaits yuh nastiness
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What about corruption?
What exactly does "crime is the life blood of the Jamaican economy", mean?
Are you saying that without crime/violence there would literally be no economy?
Can you give specific examples please.
@changeA-o4i What does tourism being the lifeblood of the economy mean? Are you suggesting that, without tourism, there wouldn't be a Jamaican economy? What did slavery being the lifeblood of US and Western economy mean? Was slavery a system/institution of crime and violence? Do you think, for one moment, that slavery ended? Get rid of drug trafficking, scamming, government corruption, etc., and you'll see what happens to the Jamaican economy. We are not a productive society, neither do we possess any natural reource of any value? So, what fills this void?
@@RuminationWithAndrew Thank you for your reply. I am surprised by the response being so literal. I do not believe the economy is dependent on the proceeds of crime as detailed. For example tourism, services and remittances (over US3.2 Billion). Fund the economy. I think the economy "collapsing" without crime is a little dramatic to say the least.
@@changeA-o4iWhere are the proceeds of tourism coming from? Do you think tourism is an entirely clean industry? Let's look at remittances. I would like to think that most of our people are clean, but don't for one moment believe that remittances are also not apart of the washing of money. How often do we hear, or perhaps not hear about barrils loaded with ammunition heading for Jamaica? Why do you believe Western Union is cautious about doing business in Jamaica, and our people, are so highly surveilled by said institution? I don't think you understand the history of money and wealth creation in the West.
Additionally, you seem not have a closed mind. The very fact that I opened up the institution of slavery should prod your mind to think. Most of the Western financial landscape, study the history of Wall Street and the economic landscape in Europe, including the Vatican, you'd be shocked, is not as clean as you think they are. This history, for the most part, is still our current reality.
So, you are the one who is literally dishing out to me what you are told from mainstream media. These sources are not delving into the deep sociohistorical and economic realities. They are just disseminating information to a public that is largely unaware of HOW our global financial markets operate.
So, I would advise YOU to start reading, and begin to think more deeply!
This is the best prime minister i have grown to see, he is the only one i see so far folliw through with everything he say he is going to do. Hope god keep him safe.
@@daviddacres5717 God is not subject to any political party. All leaders are ordained by God. So, it doesn't matter who wins. It is God who sets up and puts down.
@RuminationWithAndrew this man is chosen by god until the day he dies.
Andrew Holness is a shrewd politician.
Good talks sir.
I am happy that you liked it! Please like and share!
I agree that The Gleaner and Observer should have contextualized the murder statistics submitted by the government.
Tell dem fi gives u another box food pan top a the 5000 ans box food whea u get already
@@MartinDuncan-p9k What are you receiving? It seems that you are divulging to the public what you are receiving? Can you hook us all up?
dont compare democrats to pnp is like comparing apples oranges. Do you realize Jamaica still have the second lowest gdp in the Caribbean
@@phillyyardyvibes808 Was I talking about GDP? Everything or anyone can be compared, if you are talking about a mindset, principles and values. Often when political analysts are speaking about democracy, don't they compare their democratic institutions with that of the US? I think I contextualized it properly and clearly. Human nature is the same.
All who live through the 80s,90s and 2000s know very well that Andrew holness is the best prime Minister, the man and the JLP work very hard!
@@THEBEST-nc2bn I am not currently on the grounds to witness what you are speaking about. Like in most countries, I am sure that there are some modest improvements in the physical infrastructure, though our roads often transport us back to the medieval era. Crime and violence, I would say, under Holness' two-term watch, has gotten worse, despite fewer murders recorded last year. The economy is still working for the oligarchs, and a few of its selected citizens. Therefore, I would honestly say, if there are some improvements, they are modest at best, unrecognizable, at worst.
Credit to the government hard work
@AnnmarieFoster-u4m Yes, credit should be given where credit is due. Nevertheless, it is equally important that the populace remain vigilant against abuses of government power.
Remember, a sitting government is not our friends. Familiarity breeds contempt.
Unless you are dumb, blind and stupid.
Do Jamaicans value a reduction in crime and violence?
How can they when the risk of death is still high..
you see a fall in murder for 2 months to a so called year does not solidify safety or even mental peace
All this is a show for the election. Gleaner and all media is on the dick on thr pm reporting false murder figures
ALL LIES
Many blessings to JAMAICAN people
@@douglasjoseph2097 Blessings! Like and share the video!
I think Holness is certainly not perfect but l think he has been one of the better if not the best Prime Minister Jamaica has had. I stand corrected if it can be proven that I'm wrong, and l have been around for.a looooong time
@@MartinTucker-w5z I like your honest response. I think experience, as you have so aptly put it, is the greatest teacher, and ought to be respected.
I should invite you on the channel to further elucidate your clear position on Dr. Andrew Michael Holness.
You are a big propoganarist
Am I? Is it because I haven't told you what you wanted to hear? Who is then the propagandist? Good journalism isn't supposed to please and massage your ego; it is supposed to challenge your intellect.
@@RuminationWithAndrew You are not a Jamaican. You are not even in Jamaica. Even a one time tourist knows more about the improvements in Ja than you. This is a purely money making nonsence. What Island are you really from?
@changeA-o4i No, I am not Jamaican. That's the reason why I know more about Jamaica than you, a Jamaican. You are indirectly confirming my point that Jamaicans like to be dunce. With the poorest economy in the Caribbean, second to Haiti, we are doing fantastically well. Wow!
Keep up the good work, my friend! Prosperous days are on the horizon, if Jamaica continues on its projected path!
Thanks for such an illuminating intellectual discourse.
@@RuminationWithAndrew And you care about the Ja economy because.......... Concentrate on your own country/situation.
@changeA-o4i Are you still showcasing your ignorance? If I were you, I would do a rigorous investigation on two topics: 1) Who is a Jamaican, as your knowledge about Jamaica and Jamaicans is visceral and shallow; 2) Please do some reading on the global economy. If I were you, I would begin with Michael Hudson's, "Superimperialism."
Globalization is a real phenomenon. Jamaica is NOT in charge of its own economy. Grow up! It functions within a global community of nations, so anyone, with the ability to read and comprehend, can speak about the Jamaican economy.
I think Holness stands a good chance of winning the election. You can't underestimate the PNP, though.
PNP WILL TRY FI THIEF DE ELECTION BCUZ DEM TRY IT MULTIPLE TIMES IN PAST ELECTIONS ALREADY
Easily a swear 3rd term loading
@@josephbryden4828 Yes, if Andrew plays his political cards well, he could, like PJ Patterson, land the JLP a third term. He has mastered the art of propaganda -- like his predecessor, PJ Patterson.
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I think we prefer the latest gossips. Jamaicans have adapted themselves to the high homicide rate.
He is the PJ Patterson of the JLP Party. They know how to win election.
Sir do you live in Jamaica? Really
@@joanbailey9484 I don't have to live in Jamaica to comment on Jamaica. We are living in a global village. Does Orlando Patterson, whom your prime minister has appointed to lead the education task force, live in Jamaica?
One MARKIE G
@@marvinmcintosh5971 Does it really matter who wins?
One finsac boss him a wait pon unu loyalist
@Corey49 Do you think I am a JLP loyalist?
@@marvinmcintosh5971 Stay tuned, Marvin. I will drop a video on Markie G, with regard to what he needs to do, if he and the PNP desire to win the next election.
Let's think about Jamaica and not the politicians who come and go, and leave us with bad policies.
U fi go weh
Andrew a pure lie full up in his mouth,pure promise,lie lie.
@@annmariewilliams5833 Nowadays, in our politics, it is hard to know who is telling the truth. Please like, share, and subscribe!
BBC PROVE ONE THEN NUH .. tiad a Unu a talk bout Andrew a teef Andrew a liad and Unu can’t state what him teef or lie about … go vote pnp some hefty tax awaits yuh nastiness
Go away with the 28 bank account
@@AdventOfChrist Why should he go away? He has not yet been booted out of office.
Adventofchrist.why you have christ on your n.why you don't go and get yourself one of the bank book for yourself. Yo I have no sences.😂
@Veronica-n9l As a Christian, l'll leave all judgement to God. I'd encourage you to do the same.
Look like you have dementia taking foolish
@@karenjones9204 It seems like you lack basic education -- not being able to appreciate an intelligent discourse.
Andrew Holness best prime minister in the history of Jamaica, he done more work than all other prime minister
@@waynebrown4384 Wow! I am sure Andrew appreciates your sincere heart sentiments. Please like, share and subscribe!8
you are drinking the Seaga cool aid. just on his terrible job on the big c . He needs to go join his globalist friend Justin Trudeau