Jamaica Diaspora Independence Celebrations 

Jamaica Diaspora Independence Celebrations 

This weekend, the Jamaica Organization of New Jersey (Jon-J) and Delaware will be hosting events to mark Jamaica’s 61st independence anniversary. Participating in the celebrations are Owen Eccles, President of Jon-J State, and Lorraine Badley, Commissioner on...
 Does Independence Equal Responsibility? 

 Does Independence Equal Responsibility? 

Parents with young adult children sometimes fear nothing more than their child’s desire for independence. That crippling fear is the fact that they are not ready or mature enough to be on their own as they are simply not responsible enough. We mistake...
Repatriation and Compensation

Repatriation and Compensation

Do Rastafarians see Emancipation and Independence as a hoax? All this and more will be explored during our panel discussion on Rastafari’s relationship with “Emancipendence”. We are joined by Bobo Ashanti Priest Douglas Smith, Author of Rastafari in...
Does Independence Equals Responsibility?

Does Independence Equals Responsibility?

For many of us growing up, there was nothing that we wanted more than our independence and being rid of our parents. But does this mean we are mature and responsible enough to handle our independence? The response to this question will vary depending on who you ask....
Jamaica: PJ Patterson Calls For Peace In PNP

Jamaica: PJ Patterson Calls For Peace In PNP

Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson’s urging peace in the 82-year-old People’s National Party (PNP). Meanwhile, Mr. Patterson says Culture Minister Olivia Grange should reconsider plans to adjust the dates for commemorating independence and Emancipation...