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**Resident** » 2013-02-28 12:30

By the look on mr browne's face, he is hard pressed not to go to his knees laughing about these recent turn of events. What great cannon fodder for the next election run: horrific unabated crime and no govt response....sen ators defeating their own parties' bills....the economy still in the tank....busines ses thwarted by government inaction and uncaring...mini sters fiddling while our beloved Antigua/Barbuda burns...the day of reckoning is coming Gaston! When you win you must do the right things to protect our people....pleas e!

**Dessalines** » 2013-02-28 10:03

You lost me on that city of Jericho line. Lives are being lost and people are living in fear. Fairy tales from a texts written over 2000 years ago by MEN who did not know the earth was round and stoned women to death for having sex will not help us now and has never helped us in the past. Natural phenomena like crime must be tackled from a pragmatic and modern stand point using time proven methods.

Praying, marching, sacrificing animals, fasting, quoting scripture or any form of seeking help from the MAN in the sky will not assist us in resolving these issues and are a waste of precious time and resources. It has never worked in the past (except in fairy tales) and there is no reason to think it will work now.

**JP Farnsworth** » 2013-02-28 08:44

Mr. Brown marching is nice but a fund raiser for the family of the deceased might be better. I'm just saying.
And then a fund raiser to put in a working CCTV system purchased from someone that knows these things. Not from one of the local criminals that sell those over priced non-functional junk boxes that break down and can't be fixed by anybody on island. It always amazes me how we buy junk that is completely useless. :sad:

**OUTOFANTIGUA** » 2013-02-28 02:36

[wiki]IT WILL TAKE MORE THAN JUST "LORD HAVE MERCY." And since you ardently suggested this age old Avenue should be traveled,why don't U lead the way. This crime wave is reaching sunami like proportion; and its time for ANY MEANS NECESSARY.MEANI NG EVERY ONE MUST CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR BEST CAPACITY. I have saying for sometime now that Somebody left the Gate Open.time to marshal the Forces of Chaos and Truth.[/wiki]

**tenman** » 2013-02-28 00:48

John James some similar marches:
In Jamaica Sept 2012 there was a march over violence particularly the rape of 5 women in Mobay Quote:

http://www.caribjournal.com/2012/09/29/jamaicans-march-against-violence/

Just this month in Ghana, thousands of persons marched against crime
www.modernghana.com/news/446568/1/thousands-of-uct-staff-and-students-march-against-.html

Recently in India after a brutal rape, which caused the life of the victim, there was a large (millions) march against crime www.industriall-union.org/millions-march-against-violence-against-women-in-india

**John James** » 2013-02-27 23:47

Try again Observer these are different situations. Gaston is far from being a Joshua. Trayvon's circumstances are different- anything touching race matter in the USA gets national attention because Caucasians are afraid of what angry blacks will do to their investments, plus that was not a robbery. Marches are effective in nonviolent protests, for civil liberties and justice. The march against crime will only leave the houses vacant for the thieves to enter during the march. Enforce the death penalty!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Full Stop!!!!!!!!!!! !.

**From the Sideline** » 2013-02-27 23:08

I have the answer. The police said they are not properly equiped to fight crime. The Government is broke and don't have money to fund the police. So we raise a special tax for a specific period to fight crime. Public account need to be given for the moneys spend and audited by an external Accountant firm. So we can see what our taxes were used for. If the police need a helicopter or mre bullet proof vest. Night Vision gogles etc. Outside assistant. Ex- FBI pesonel. Anything that will help. Anything that money can buy we should be willing to pay for in this special tax.

**jOHN jAMES** » 2013-02-27 23:02

What the hell will a march do to save lives Gaston? I thought you were coming with new vision.

**Observer...** » 2013-02-27 22:52

You'll be surprise about the power of marching. Eversince the march of the people of God around the City of Jericho. Power scripture. Hidden for your brains. But just look at history what has had more result war or marches. Look at the civil rights marches. Look at the marches in the middle east. So marches do have a special effect on the way national issues are solved. Look how may march in Florida against the killing of a young black guy Tray Martin I believe his name was. So think again.

**Professor** » 2013-02-27 22:48

This kind of cold-blooded, brazen, public EXECUTION is the kind of MURDER that syndicates employ to send a MESSAGE ... The purpose of this kind of EXECUTION is to ensure that the MESSAGE is LOUD and CLEAR ... most likely intended for a close relative like a husband, child or parents. It says: THERE IS NO PLACE ON EARTH YOU CAN HIDE.

My way, you have to be kidding, because criminals in Antigua do not run any real risk of getting caught ... there was nothing to fear. An EXECUTION with a MESSAGE is not usually QUIET or ISOLATED. Like the Jamaican song says, this "GANGSTERS WILL MURDER YOU INA MIGGLE DAY" execution.

ROBBERY is FORCIBLE THEFT ... a real ROBBER does not wait for the person being robbed to comply ... He just goes forward and takes what he wants. You are familiar with the way that convenience stores are robbed in the US.

And what crazyness is going on in Antigua with people fighting or not complying with the robber's demand and paying with their lives. Life is more precious than silver or gold.
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**Observer...** » 2013-02-27 22:43

Lets hear your plan. I guess the politicians should not participate in trying to find a solution for this national crime. Or is it just that you do not want to hear from the ALP. The last time Lester Bird offered an olive branch to Baldwin to come together and work on a national crime fighting plan he Baldwin refused. None of the UPP politicians attend and not even the clergy. it is alway politics in this country. Even for something like this. And if they don't get involved you would say, they don't care. So dammed if you do dammed of you don't.

**Dig It** » 2013-02-27 21:57

My friends, we have heard and seen it all in this country! Only those who leaves it, knows it! Yet, I tell you the murder of this mother of five have 'anger' many of us, as we need more than 'talks' to show that we are serious and concern about crime! I ask the Leader of the New ABLP, if he is willing to go beyond a "National March of Deliverance?" What are you willing to do about the 'challenges' facing the police to "improve performance" and, at the same time, "restore-confid ence-in-the-pol ice?"
JF II, Tenman and others, until we find the 'root' of this problem, our small island will continue to be 'drifted' at sea, as 'fear' and 'panic' take over the land. Hopefully, we can see the 'change' needed in our life time, in reforming the country and bring back 'peace-and-secu rity.' I am just tired of 'singing' "O When the Saints go march in."

O when the Saints go marching in
When the Saints go marching in
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in...

When our leaders learn to cry
When our leaders learn to cry
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in

**Dig It** » 2013-02-27 21:32

In an island of 108 square miles, six parishes, and 90,000 people, why it is so difficult to 'mobilize' and tackle crime? Why are we allowing this country to become a "gangsters paradise?" How many more mothers like Susan Powell must be killed for us to take 'sincere' and 'patriotic' action to end the 'crime wave' in our streets, businesses and homes? Yet, I pray that we as a people will rise to the occasion and together to take back our country from the criminals. Those of us who stood in the streets around Heritage Quay yesterday were 'angry' and want not only answers but an end to this serious 'gun-related crimes' in our small island.

**John French II** » 2013-02-27 17:36

Notes From A Native Son Of The Rock! Strategical or Tactical? The Grand Old Duke Of YorK ... Nuff Said.
Comrade Leader, you promised us your line up of Spokesmen & Women to address various issues and to be the voice of Labour on issues in Parliament & the Media. With one more day before the appointed time, February 28th, we eagerly await the announcement.
At a Maximum, Only 13 months left.
Quote:

Time driveth onward fast, And in a little while our lips are dumb. Let Us Alone. What is it that will Last? All things are taken from us, and become Portions and Parcels of the Dreadful Past. Let Us Alone!

Oh Gad! Pray Fuh Mi Picknees!

**CIROC** » 2013-02-27 16:37

In times of distress a nation should come together as one.I am looking back to Setember10,2001 .The United States was a politically devided country.On September11,200 1 we were attacked.The entire country came together as one body.The politicians all came on the Capital steps in a show of unity.There is politics and then there is country.In this instance whether it is in Antigua and or The United States of America.Country will always win out over politics.Marche s in Antigua has always seems to be identified with politics.In my opinion a prayer vigil would suffice.Followi ng the premise set by Gaston Browne.Antigua and Barbuda,I feel your pain.I love you Antigua.

**my way of helping** » 2013-02-27 16:07

That plan is my plan, now let us make it our plan by implementing it and following it, to help ourself

**tenman** » 2013-02-27 15:37

In order to deal with this issue, we need unity across the political divide. The chairman seems to be suggesting, the march is part of this drive. I too listened to the last nights show and find myself in agreement with the stance that we need to be more proactive in dealing with crime. Too many times we have these issues and they seem to disappear from peoples consciences with time. The truth is we have had awful crimes which shock us: A school child was murdered in broad day light at or near the botanical gardens; A couple was murdered at a local hotel;Another mother was murdered at a local gas station and one of the persons on trail was a police man. What long term solutions will we put in place to help curtail crime? The march is about: getting the nation to coalescence around an existing plan; Getting all involved in offering opinions on how to tweak the plan

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**Have Mercy!** » 2013-02-27 15:36

I don't know about marching. Someone might shoot at the crowd during the march :sad:

**my way of helping** » 2013-02-27 13:46

I was thinking the same-things as you but what i find strange is the criminal choosing to do it at a well known crowded area, instead of waiting for her to arrive at her home, perhaps alone or with only a few family members, why would the criminal be so brazen and risky, on doing it in clear view and a higher chance of being caught?

It this was a planned murder, i believed it would have been done more quietly and more isolated. from the evidence on the service that is practically prima facie (the place, the time, location), i would suspect it was a robbery, a desperate one, one who thought this worker would comply fully, however, she did not and he shot her. However, officer, should still investigate it as a execution style murder (premeditated) and also as a robbery that turned into murder.

**ANTIGUAN WOMAN** » 2013-02-27 13:31

Although i agree that it will take collective efforts to help solve these crimes, i suggest also that nothing will be solved except we identify the root,and without fear of criticisms,i say the govt of the UPP has a major role in the crime situation,no two ways about it,the economic situation is dire and is a pivotal cause of the rise in crime,it is also my personal and firm belief that something sinister is abound on this island. We cannot solve the problem with the causes in tow,we must cut them off first. The UPP must go,it is my conviction that we will not see anything different as long as they are at the helm.Seriously speaking,they are Evil.

**ANTIGUAN WOMAN** » 2013-02-27 13:14

In the book " The Prince" Nichollo Machavelli detailed various ways according to his philosophy as to how a prince,in our modern terms a Govt leader,could acheive and maintain power.One of those ways according to writings are "obtaining principalities( power) by means of "NEFARIOUS and wicked ways" "Nefarious,acco rding to the dictionary has a few meanings( all of which amounts to one ,EVIL)a few are, Immoral, Iniquitos,sinfu l and unrighteous. Who said his Mentor was MACHIAVELLI?. Go figure people, this could be the consequences of not one but a few things.The lord adviced his apostles when they go into the world,Be wise as serpents and harmless as doves.

**Son Of The Soil** » 2013-02-27 12:35

A march is not necessary, the leader of the opposition should confer with the government if he has ideas to help prevent the situation that is causing our citizens and visitors uneasiness in Antigua. We need to take back our country from the hands of criminals.

**Jimmy** » 2013-02-27 12:29

If the churches were on board with this problem then Browne wouldn't have to take the lead on it!

I remember when ALP was in Office the then Catholic Bishop lead a march against crime. Now the shoe is on the other foot - nothing?

Who says cheese doesn't work?

**Jackie Spence** » 2013-02-27 12:08

What is all the fuss about? Browne says nothing...all you cuss him! Browne says something...all you cuss him! Browne outline a plan...all you cuss him! Browne doesn't outline a plan...all you cuss him! Browne blame UPP...all you cuss him! Browne dosen't blame UPP...you cuss him! Why all you don't run for Leader? Then again I believe all you did...and all you still cussing!

I for one applaud Browne for his action and his idea to unite to fight this crime scourge!

PS: I did hear him and other ALP candidates outline plans to curb crime, last evening on ZDK!

**Professor** » 2013-02-27 12:04

The local police may not understand that this particular case was an EXECUTION and not a ROBBERY. This simple fact makes all of the difference when conducting the necessary investigations. MURDER was the MOTIVE, not MONEY.

Big city crimes have reached our shores and the government needs to contract crime fighters with big city training and knowledge of how to solve these types of crimes. There is a well organized crime syndicate on the island and no amount of street patrols, cameras and harsher sentences can make a difference.

The crime syndicate needs to be infiltrated and disbanded from the inside. All of the external strategies being suggested will only have a minimal effect on the operations of this syndicate.

It is painful to watch our local law enforcement stumbling in the dark and grasping at straws. The government has been enundated with scores of suggestions from concerned citizens who really want to help, but tneither the government, the police force, the defense force or the citizens have the training or the experience to deal with this issue in an effective, scientific manner.

**Sheila** » 2013-02-27 11:57

What the hell is the UPP doing to gain governance mileage? You too damn politically dottish! The UPP has no solutions except to blame the ALP and foreigners. And all you can say is that this foolishness? Go to hell unless you have something credible to offer...

**CITY GIRL** » 2013-02-27 11:29

This National March is so predicatabe and appears most political. Nothing fresh and innovative? How is the New ALP going to resolve the Crime Factor? What concrete plans do you have in place that can be implemented now to stem the tide of crime? Don't give me this bull** about the UPP stealing your ideas. If you say this is a national curse, then what is your "Steering Committee" DOING to redress this plight?

It can't be another White Elephant March today and then ten innocent people get gunned down tomorrow! If your March is for show and tell, you are wasting the people's time. And why aren't you as the new leader creating any momentum, attracting competent professionals or getting sound strategic advisory to produce a Solid Alternative Plan? Browne right now you are no better than LB. You are behaving as Just the Opposition...

**At Your Own Risk** » 2013-02-27 10:18

It will be very good if both party can work together on implementing a plan in place to find and bring these criminals to justice that are robbing the people of Antigua their freedom to live in peace and comfort and not attempting to use this woman's death as a political ploy. What Mr. Brown should be doing is holding town hall meetings to hear and address the concerns of the people of the Antigua.

**Reality check** » 2013-02-27 10:01

I have no reason to Question MP Brown's motives in this matter, the victim and her family though complete stranger to me, I find myself deeply saddened by this event as if I knew them personally. Come on are we going to forget our humanity because of politics. Those condemning Mr. Browne should ask themselves why am I so cynical, or is it evil thinks as evil does.
Take your mine out of the political gutter for once and show sympathy and empathy for this victim and all others who are facing this kind of devastating reality. By the way are there no working survelance cameras in Heritage Quay, this speaks very badly about security issues in our number one tourist visting place.

**Dessalines** » 2013-02-27 09:51

Quote:

maybe we should sacrifice a goat

You hit the proverbial nail spot on the head. Next we're gonna hear calls for a us to all get on our knees and pray - one of the reasons we're in this socio-economic predicament as a race and nation. Let go and let God.

Gaston Brown should be given the Nobel Peace Prize for this initiative. Who would've thought that our crime problem could be solved by marching. Wow.

**Lord Have Mercy** » 2013-02-27 09:34

Is this the best that Gaston can come up with ... his response to escalating crime is a "non-partisan march to show the criminals that we are ready to stand in solidarity to condemn their actions and work to be our brothers and sisters keepers." The criminals may break into some homes while the people are out on this USELESS march, or better yet, rob some people on their way home from the march.

How many more people must die before the government realizes that they are in over our head. The local crime syndicate is more than our scared, half-trained police and defense force can handle. It is time to call in the EXPERTS to INFILTRATE and ERADICATE with extreme prejudice.

If the government is not prepared to make the hard decisions that I am suggesting, instead of a march for DEVINE DELIVERANCE, I propose we do something more proactive and TRY OBEAH, Santeria or Vodoo:
1. Take a good BUSH BATH with Oil of Acacia and red and white lavender
2. Sacrifice and old angry cock to Shango
3. Drink some "Blow Fish" blood make a doll out of blue "common soap" and drive a nail through the root shakra.

**Cool Ruler** » 2013-02-27 08:59

It is so sad they will be using this tragedy to gain political mileage using the Christian council as a cover.

**jim** » 2013-02-27 08:26

YOU have not marched for nine years, and now you are looking for political gain from murder.

**Watchman** » 2013-02-27 08:24

Justice, you have the business sector, the NGO's, The Church, Yourself and the politicians as all part of this community that is deeply scarred by the escalation in gun related crime. Browne, Green and ALP irrefutably exist here as well and are affected but when they speak of the hurt and concerns, you call it political agenda. If you are a supporter of a party, and I am damn syre you are, and if that party happens to be in government and controls the public purse from where monies must be spent to pay law enforcement officers to keep our nation safe, why must not these guys, political agenda or whatever, why they must not speak out? If they didn't you, Justice would be calling for them to tell us what is their plan. You need to think before you write.

**caribenafan** » 2013-02-27 08:22

a march ?? ... how about they do there job and stop having us walk around like a bunch of sheep .... crime don't touch them !! ... there houses with giant walls don't get robbed ... there pay check does not get smaller when tourist decide that antigua is too dangerous or the people are too rude ...... a march gonna do what ? ... maybe we should sacrifice a goat ...... or why not actually do some work and fix the problems of the island ... we do pay them for this !!

**Dave** » 2013-02-27 07:57

Alp is part of this problem when it comes to crime,you might ask y easy answer ,,,,every time you on the radio every time a crime is committed and be saying things bad that's y the victims were robbed,they need to stop playing politics with these matters.

**Anonymous** » 2013-02-27 07:10

I heard MP Brown on Insight last night with an impressive crime fighting plan. I would like commend him and his Labour Party officials for putting together such an impressive plan.

**justice** » 2013-02-27 06:20

The nasty head of politics always eclipse the real need for us to come together as a nation and really become our brother's keeper. I am very disappointed in Mr. Brown and Mr. Greene of the ALP for using this sad event to propell their political agenda.

**my way of helping** » 2013-02-27 02:53

I have a plan, i can help decrease, crimes. I can comfort the people, they should have that

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