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Does it matter if you vote
Does it matter if you vote
Interesting debates always emerge when the question is posed as to whether or not citizens living in democracies should feel obligated to vote.
Most democracies were fought for. People who campaigned for freedom, self-governance and civil rights were jailed, some were murdered, some were beaten and many others were victimized. Some of these fights were actual wars.
In this context, we all should...
Discussion on vote process
Discussion on vote process
MINISTER of National Security Wayne Munroe said discussions are ongoing about improving the voting process.
Police staff association admits some complaints after vote
By DANA SMITH
dsmith@tribunemedia.net
NEWLY re-elected Police Staff Association chairman Dwight Smith confirmed that some members were disgruntled in the aftermath of last week's elections, but said most were not complaining about the process or the results.
Speaking yesterday morning at the association's headquarters during the announcement of the new executive board, Mr Smith said the complai...
Jones finishes tied for third in DPOY voting
Jones finishes tied for third in DPOY voting
For the second time in three years, missing last year because of time taken off over concerns for the coronavirus pandemic, Bahamian Jonquel “JJ” Jones is a top five finisher for the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) Award.
DNA calls for vote of no confidence over post office relocation
DEMOCRATIC National Alliance leader Arinthia Komolafe has called on the Official Opposition to put forward a motion for a vote of no confidence in the government over recent revelations regarding the General Post Office’s relocation to Town Centre Mall...
Dorian swayed Abaco vote
Dorian swayed Abaco vote
LOW voter turnout and the "poor" handling of Hurricane Dorian were chief among the reasons why the Free National Movement was rejected at the polls by Abaco residents, who are now calling for the Davis-led administration to live up to its promises where the previous administration had failed.
More reform needed, say vote observers
More reform needed, say vote observers
WHILE The Bahamas has been praised for its "credible, inclusive and transparent" voting process, the country is still in need of further electoral reform especially as it relates to modern election technology, campaign finance regulations and communication relations.
After voting, Minnis defended decision to call early election
After casting his ballot yesterday afternoon, the outgoing Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis defended his decision to call an early election in the middle of a deadly surge of COVID, saying there is no right time.
Nurse union leader: 'Vote your interest'
Nurse union leader: 'Vote your interest'
BAHAMAS Nurses Union president Amancha Williams urged public nurses across the country to "vote your interest" today, noting the hardship faced by the frontline healthcare workers over the last four years.
Whatever you do - vote
Whatever you do - vote
AS Bahamians go to the polls today, the chairmen of the two major political parties have outlined why they feel their parties are the best choice to lead the country.