Submitted by Yardbroom
We often fail to see what is written large before our eyes; as we focus on what we want to hear and allow Party affiliation to cloud our judgement and perceptive powers. Some months ago it was clear to me that Owen Arthur had given a clear signal he would be back; it was true that his language was coded but I felt so sure of my ground that I wrote a submission on “The Master Tactician”. . . he was waiting for the opportune time.
It is true he would not have known of the eventual change in circumstances in the DLP camp; but a properly prepared plan takes account of most eventualities. It serves no purpose to dwell on the past, it is the future which should concentrate minds.
Ms Mottley if she so chooses, can be back as a formidable and sterling fighter but she must have a plan; take a fresh guard and work towards a single objective. It is, and should not be a question of losing face… there is no greater honour than to lead ones country. Some advise her to go for the “female vote” a flawed policy, it will not work.
All major female political leaders have been able to get loyalty from both male and female supporters.. . in the trench warfare of politics the males have been their most loyal allies….this is not the time for emotionalism.
Owen Arthur is almost there, but not quite, there is still the battle with the DLP. If the DLP hold their nerve and do not become divided they will be unstoppable at the next election, but they can defeat themselves.
Now to David Thompson, some years ago before the last general election I predicted he would become Prime Minister of Barbados and be one of our greatest sons. If the proposed Integrity Legislation goes before Parliament and is passed and is properly administered by those with integrity, it will change the Barbados political scene, thus addressing major problems we have, that will be part his legacy. Also important was his Cabinet reshuffle of the 30th September 2010, although forced upon him by circumstances; he was able to set out a clear vision for the future of Barbados.
No one is perfect mistakes have been made but in assessing a situation, you must look at the “body” of work done, as opposed to small, some would say insignificant examples.
A new name for CJ ( Chief Justice) has been mentioned, the proposed Integrity Legislation is on its way, a Cabinet reshuffle has set fair for a new dawn. “There is nothing to fear but fear itself” most of it self-induced.
Look to the future, even now we as Barbadians can weather this storm, for a wonderful future still beckons.
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