By TL Neckles The United States raising its travel advisory for Grenada should hit every leader, policymaker, and citizen like a cold splash of water. This is not business as usual. This is not “outsiders exaggerating.” This is a direct consequence of a troubling rise in violent incidents—murders, shootings, and […]
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A Birthday of Legacy — February 18
February 18 dawned bright over Grenada, the kind of morning when the sea itself seemed to whisper memories. Today would have been the 104th birthday of Sir Eric Matthew Gairy, the island’s first Prime Minister and the man many still call the father of independence. In the quiet villages and […]
A New Chapter in Grenadian Politics: The Unification of Dr. Keith Mitchell and Michael Baptiste
In a surprising turn of events within Grenada’s political landscape, former Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell and former Agriculture Minister Michael Baptiste have put aside years of political tension to unite under the New National Party (NNP). This unexpected alliance comes in the wake of serious allegations and a history […]
Why Are Grenada and Other Caribbean Nations Accepting Third‑Country Deportees?
By TL Neckles A Look at Power, Pressure, and the Realities Facing Small States Across the Caribbean, people are asking a blunt and reasonable question: why are small island nations—already stretched by limited resources, limited jobs, and fragile economies—being asked to accept deportees and third‑country nationals from the United States, […]
When Power Turns Illogical: The U.S. Demands Caribbean Openness While Closing Its Own Doors
By TL Neckles Across the Caribbean, people are watching a troubling contradiction unfold in U.S. immigration policy. Washington pressures small island states to accept deportees, absorb third‑country migrants, and expand processing capacity—yet at the same time blocks Caribbean nationals from entering the United States and issues sweeping travel warnings about […]
The Missing Fight: What Did the Opposition Leader Do to Save the Hope Campus?
One of the most uncomfortable questions surrounding the collapse of the UWI Hope Campus is this: What did the current Leader of the Opposition, Emmalin Pierre, do—if anything—to defend a project located squarely in her own constituency? The Hope Campus was not a distant national initiative. It was a once‑in‑a‑generation […]
The Abandoned UWI Hope Campus: How a National Opportunity Was Lost in St. Andrew
By TL Neckles In the early 2010s, Grenada stood on the brink of a transformative educational milestone: the establishment of a University of the West Indies (UWI) campus at Hope, St. Andrew. The project—negotiated and advanced under the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government—promised to reshape Grenada’s academic landscape, decentralize development, […]
THE NIGHT OVERCAME THE RIGHT
A Critical Investigative Report on the U.S. Strike on Venezuela and the Capture of Nicolás Maduro By TL Neckles — Investigative Analysis I. A Strike Announced Before Dawn At 4:30 a.m. on January 3, 2026, President Donald Trump announced that the United States had “successfully carried out a large‑scale strike […]
Grenada’s Political Crossroads: The NDC Government of Dickon Mitchell After Three Years in Office
Three years into the administration of Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Grenada finds itself at a political crossroads. The government has achieved a landmark victory by delivering paid pensions to public workers—an accomplishment that eluded the New National Party (NNP) during its long tenure. Yet, […]
The Politics of Memory: National Parks, Civil Rights, and the Trump Administration’s Fee-Free Days
National parks are often described as “America’s best idea,” a democratic space where natural beauty and cultural heritage are accessible to all. Yet decisions about how these lands are managed are never neutral. They reflect values, priorities, and political ideologies. The Trump administration’s recent move to remove Martin Luther King […]
Grenada’s Path to Republic: A Ceremonial Shift or a Meaningful Transformation?
Grenada’s Path to Republic: A Ceremonial Shift or a Meaningful Transformation? Grenada’s current Prime Minister, Dickon Mitchell, has been advocating for the Caribbean nation to transition from a constitutional monarchy to a republic. This move raises critical questions about the motivations behind such a shift, the implications for Grenadian governance, […]
Grenada’s Oath of Office Change Sparks Constitutional and Political Concerns
Recent developments in Grenada have stirred controversy as the government appears to be moving forward with changing the oath of office from allegiance to King Charles to allegiance to Grenada itself. Such a move, if implemented without following proper constitutional procedures, raises significant legal and democratic questions. According to Grenada’s […]
Political Parties in Grenada: The Color Conundrum
In Grenada, political parties have become closely associated with specific colors, shaping both their identity and the experiences of voters. For instance, the New National Party (NNP) is represented by green, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) by yellow, and the Grenada United Labour Party (GULP) by red. Meanwhile, newer parties […]
Concerns Over Carnival Law Violations in Grenada
In recent weeks, discussions surrounding Carnival celebrations in Grenada have intensified, particularly regarding legal compliance. The Carnival Act clearly states that all mass activities, including the beloved Jab Jab, are permitted only on Carnival Monday and Tuesday. However, there has been an unsettling rise in the number of individuals openly […]
WARNING-Careful with Police…A word to the wise.”
Although specifically worded to peek the readers’ curiosity and interest, this caption was seriously meant to cause folks to read and think about what can happen if we are not careful how we handle our law-enforcers. Mandated to serve and protect, I have seen thousands of purpose-driven passionate police officers […]
