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THE BELIZE sunday, TIMES November 22, 2009 The Belize Times in sporadic bursts. Okay, fine, there’s dream which will never materialize. some evidence of that. But then where This friend is convinced that former is the money coming from? It sure ain’t Prime Minister Said Musa will never from ads or from street sales! So who actively re-enter the political fray, and is bankrolling the National Perspec- he is similarly convinced that current PUP Deputy Leader Francis Fonseca tive, and to what end. Personally I enjoy the writings of will not seek to contest leadership of G. Michael Reid and even Nuri Mo- the PUP. Mmmmm, okay, let’s just say Scott further reported that at hammed. The rest of the National Per- that for the time being the cynic in me around 4:00 Friday, November to goon along with that train spective, to me, is quite simply rubbish has decided p.m. 6, he was riding a motorcycle on of thought and just wait for the bub– a hodge-podge of cash-influenced by/delusion of the moment to wear Orange Street with another Police nonsense with a dash of irrational and off over at theheNational Perspective. erratic emotionalism and a sprinkle or Offi cer when saw the suspect. Scott BELIZE CITY, Wed. Nov. 11, 2009 December 9. But Gentle was unable that said - myand friend mentwo of expressions by a really bitchy saidWith he detained Gentle when he Brandon Gentle, 19, a.k.a. to meet trapped bail so in heawas remanded to asked tioned,the andother I concur, that those over at woman man’s body – yes, Police Officer to get “Chucky”, a resident of prison. Gordon Smith, I’m talking about you. the National Perspective are not PUPs See, if you’ve got something to say, I in any form or fashion. The reasoning #71Taylor’s Alley, who The robbery always think you should come right is simple…so simple even an idiot can allegedly stole a cell occurred at around out and say it, and phone from a 14 year 7 : then 3 0 don’t p . mbe. afraid o n understand, Gordon. Try to follow the to put your nameWednesday, right up there in big, logic. The UDP has embarked on a old boy, was charged October of self-destruction. The PUP is bold letters. Why hide behind a pseud- course BELIZE CITY, Wed. Nov. 11, 2009 with robbery when he 28. Police Constable to winObispo, upcoming (just of the story is that there’s an unguided onym? Anyway, that was my one jab at poised Cannon 21, aelections construction appeared in ‘renaissance’ the #2 Jamilleand Scott reported listen to people out there). Thus, atmissile, a real man back- that particular writer I feel much worker of Teakettle, a.k.a. “Ghetto Magistrate’s Courtwho on just cannot be better now. t h a t h e w a s o n tacking the UDP means that the PUP ing the newspaper who allegedly burglarized a Monday, whenI Village”, will win and be able to serve its people controlledNovember by anybody.9. Okay, fine, but Today I wasCemetery speaking Road to a man house in Freetown Sibun and sexually Gentle also charged to whatwas end. Just what is the purpose consider a friend.he robbery in to the fullest once more. But what do Wesaw wereatalking about assaulted a 62 year old Canadian of the Nationala Perspective? Another the National Perspective. on the morons over at the National Perwith assaulting Police progress atHis thetake corner woman, was charged with rape and version of the storyHeispled that not there’re the Cemetery matter is that theand newspaper is a spective do – they attack the PUP. So Offi cer and escape. guiltya of Road Euphrates aggravated they don’t burglary want thewhen PUPhetoappeared win, so couple disgruntled PUPsMagistrate like Henry Avenue. last ditchScott attempt a small to the charges. Senior saidbywhen he clique went of to yesterday in the #6 Magistrate’s Those Charles whose mouths have been old guard loyalists and ‘bubby-holics’ they’re not really PUPs. Get it. Court. Dorothy Flowers offered him bail of intervene the suspect ran through Magistrate Sharon Fraser– explained to see…see my name’s forcibly removed from the bubby and (you like that) who can’t let go of the that have eyes $4,000 adjourned his case until Taylor’s and escaped. Obispo shetop would notarticle. take a written rightthat at the of this so theyand continue to bleat and moan past andAlley are moving full tilt toward a to
SoberCOURT NEWS
Reflections
Alleged Cell Phone Robber Remanded To Prison
On big egos and small minds…
By: Mike Rudon Jr. Conventional wisdom dictates that if somebody is spending a lot of effort trying to insult you and bring you down, the best response is to ignore it. Theoretically by reacting to the taunts you give that person credibility and a reason for existence. That’s conventional wisdom, anyway. A newspaper called the National Perspective has been spending a lot of effort and a lot of resources and a lot of time maligning the leadership of the People’s United Party. Last week’s attack in the Friday issue of that paper was possibly one of the most venomous and focused – a clear attempt to destabilize the leadership of the PUP. Big egos and small minds are funny things, aren’t they? The persons in the PUP leadership being attacked don’t give a damn, really, for reasons I’ll get into a little later, but since I’m known as a little bit of a wild card I decided to hell with conventional wisdom …let’s talk about the National Perspective! See, to my mind the National Perspective is not so much a newspaper as an instrument of confusion being wielded by a few persons with big pockets and big dreams. Did I mention big egos and small minds? As the equation goes, those big pockets et al have attracted a small corps of persons who have applied their every ounce of energy pandering to said egos and said pockets and criticizing and raining fire down on all else. It’s no secret who is being pampered and promoted in the paper, and it’s sure as hell no secret who is being bashed. From the ads which populate the paper it is easy to deduce who one of the biggest backers is, and from the list of writers who appear in the paper, it is no far reach to arrive at a certain conclusion as to affiliation, is it? Yup, that’s right – all fingers, toes and every other appendage that can, point to the old guard. Politically naïve as I am I would like to believe the leaders of the ‘old guard’ when they say that they have absolutely nothing to do with the National Perspective. So then where does that leave us? One version
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PEOPLE’S UNITED PARTY SPECIAL CONVENTION TO ELECT MINIMUM SIX MEMBERS OF THE BELMOPAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Dear Residents of Belmopan, The Peoples United Party (PUP) is the greatest political Party that has ever existed in Belize. It is the Party that brought us political independence, and once in government has proven to perform beyond expectations, resulting in continuous economic growth (6-8% per annum) and social justice, where all Belizeans benefit, regardless of race, color, sex, creed, or political affiliation. Prior to the 2008 General Elections, there was unprecedented growth in infrastructure (roads, schools, and bridges). Investments in agriculture, health and education doubled, and private investment confidence was at an all time high. Since the 2008 General Elections, Belizeans overall have felt frustration, fear, and disappointment on the empty United Democratic Party (UDP) promises. Victimization seems to be an acceptable practice in this cruel UDP government. This is evidenced by the infamous remarks by the Prime Minister and UDP Party Leader when he commented on victimized poor Belizeans as “collateral damage”. By the mere suspicion that individuals are sympathetic to the PUP, people overall have been losing their land, their houses, their jobs, their privacy, their dignity. Because of the mismanagement of the economy, by incapable “professionals”, Belize is now experiencing negative economic growth. Investor confidence is eroding, crime and corruption are rampant, more and more children are unable to attend school, and the poor are getting poorer. The above is clear evidence that the UDP is unable to govern. Many promises were made, such as employment growth, affordable housing, access to quality health care, affordable education, etc. etc. Where are all those promises now? Our people are crying, asking “Mr. Barrow, why are you doing this to us?” Belmopan saw tremendous growth during the PUP government. The University of Belize was established, which attracted and enhanced small businesses; new projects were secured, beautification of the city was an example for the entire country, and RECONDEV and City Council worked hand in hand to provide basic infrastructure and land for all. Since the UDP City Council was elected, development has been stagnant. The question is “where are all the millions of dollars collected in taxes?” Obviously, salaries for the Mayor and staff eat up much of those taxes. We see deteriorating conditions of our streets, drainage, parks and playgrounds. The City Council and RECONDEV are constantly fighting as to who should control RECONDEV’s resources. It is well known that such resources are used by the two UDP Area Representatives Witz and Saldivar for their political activities. The Area Representative John Saldivar has forgotten, ignored and victimized his constituents, and blatantly practices nepotism with his family and friends. “Where, oh where is “the man of the people?”” Residents of Belmopan: It is time for us to take back our Garden City. We call upon all, PUP and others, to join us as we prepare in our struggle to regain City Council and the Belmopan Constituency. Let us give back to our people what they truly deserve: a life of dignity and prosperity, where all are equal, where all are treated with respect, where all are given an opportunity for a better life for themselves and their children. Together we can, together we will!!!!! We call upon you to come out on Sunday, 29th November, 2009, at the Belmopan Civic Center, for a special convention to elect a minimum of six members of the PUP Executive Committee, Belmopan Constituency, starting at 2:00 PM. Come and elect a Committee of hard working, responsible and committed individuals who will lead us into victory. 9th November 2009
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