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WITHIN recent times, three of the nation’s prominent leaders were at it again. “The time has come for the entire society to review its relationship with the criminal elements in the country..

. the Government stands ready to discuss the recent mass shootings and similar initiatives with the Opposition.” So said Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley as he appealed for the public’s help to fight crime.



Previously, at the TTPS’ annual inter-faith service, Commissioner of Police Erla Christopher had again invoked God’s help in quelling the violence, comforting the congregation that “we know with God’s grace and His help we will succeed. The tides will turn again. And we will see the success we desire”.

The newly re-elected president of AMCHAM, Mr Stuart Franco, was reported as having stated, “Fighting crime is the Government’s responsibility. The business community is willing to assist the Government. All we have to do is be told what the broad plan is, and how our help will fit into this plan.

” He said, “If crime can be solved by the State alone, then great. To date, we have not seen evidence that this is possible.” Subliminally running through this thread are trends of uncertainty, hopelessness, questioning what’s next, and literally passing the buck.

But this is understood. Any hope for the proposed Government and Opposition crime talks can safely be laid to rest. Apart from the UNC leader having her own battles to fight, which will ­inevitably rend her .

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