Mr Travis Harry is currently the most trending vincentian if we were to use last weeks stats. I do not know this individual personally however I admire his self confidence and his march at trying to keep both parties accountable.
The drone shots of the port development and his celebrity slots on morning radio has thrown a light on issues affecting the two parties hoping to form government in the coming months. T
hat being said Travis is not beyond reproach in his continued assessment of both the ULP and NDP and a fault if he has one is his inability to see big picture at times. Travis does however earn my plaudits as he can be seen as a point of reference that all Vincentians should aspire. Speaking out and holding people accountable is needed for good governance.
This opinion piece was never really about Travis but is a signal to Vincentians as a people. 20 years ago the majority of our families did not have a large number of graduates within the confines of the house. In fact, our parents traditionally did not hold degrees but both are humble and engaging in conversation. Are we suddenly better due to the increasing number of degrees within the country? Do these titles mean that a valeter or bartender cannot aspire to high office? Moreover, is it the case that the vote of a farmer without a degree is worth less than someone with? We must be remember our past leaders as we continue to chart the future of our young nation. The late ET Joshua and Robert Milton Cato are often heralded for their love of people and country however the individuals making a case for their elevation in status sit by and allow the normal man in our country to be ridiculed for being a nanny, a dog walker, a bartender, a dishwasher. I was about to mention the vagabonds but they will decide on voting day if being chased for small quantities of marijuana whilst others profit is in keeping with looking after the best interest of SVG 24 years on.
The common man