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2/8/2018 
GRENADA CELEBRATES 44 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE  
Grenada celebrated its 44th anniversary of political independence from Britain yesterday with a public holiday, the traditional military parade and Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell keeping an eye firmly on next month’s general election. “This current generation of Grenadians who have inherited the victories and achievements from slavery to independence, has carried the torch of social progress valiantly over the course of these past years, even more determined to consolidate the foundation for a future of which the next generation will be proud. “On every occasion like this, we must pause, as a nation to take stock and to set out a new path for the future. The experiences of the first 44 years have made us even more ready to write the next chapter,” said Mitchell. He paid tribute to the “many heroes” of the country and that the dreams that gave rise to past struggles still endure. “This nation, inspired by heroes and built by champions, is rising. Our trajectory is upwards, and we shall not put any limits to the possibilities of which we dream,” he said in his Independence address. Mitchell, who will lead his ruling New National Party (NNP) into the March 13 general election, said that as the island celebrates 44 years of political independence, “those of us here…must take this country forward with the commitment and determination of those gone before. “But we must also take it forward with the deep and abiding sense of responsibility that befits our roles as one people, and one nation. We must take this country forward in unity of purpose, patriotism, sacrifice, hard work, and with a vision for its sustainability.” He acknowledged that Grenada has changed, “is changing and can continue to change for the better, but we have to keep moving forward with this enduring belief and commitment—toward an even brighter tomorrow. “We must, therefore, avoid risking this once again successful experiment on speculations, promises and innuendos. Instead, we must celebrate the gains we have made and work toward consolidating them,”’ he said in an apparent reference to the campaign promises of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) that will challenge the NNP for control of the 15-member Parliament. Mitchell said he is pleased that the country had come together in the last few years to rise out of economic stagnation, saying that such unity among the various stakeholders “has been a model tool, demonstrating what can be achieved when we join hands across this nation. “Today, our nation and its people are reaping the rewards of sacrifice. The seeds sown by hard toil and sweat are beginning to bear a bountiful harvest of which all must share,” he said, making reference to the socio-economic problems that the island faced when his NNP came to power in 2013 winning all 15 seats. “Those of us who answered the call in the last five years were not afraid to make the tough decisions, because we knew that in spite of the challenges, Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique must always come before self,” he said, outlining the achievements of his administration over the past five years. “Our resolve is to continue to build a country that can withstand external shocks, such as those that come with climate change and other man-made disasters. Our resolve is to pass on such a country to our children and grandchildren. Our resolve is to show that we can achieve all of this together, because we have come this far in such a short time by doing it together,” he said. Source: nnews.com
 

 


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GRENADA CELEBRATES 44 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE  
It behooves me whenever I read how jubilant and proud Grenadians are to celebrate our country's independence. Many of our people are ignorant of the meaning of independence. And at such, tend to rely on their oppressors to do the interpretation for them. Since Grenada exports less and imports 300%+ of what it imports, depends on foreign financial assistance, not in a position to make its own judicial decisions, and its citizens are still living in substandard...do those factors demonstrate any characteristics of a self-sufficient and independent nation?
250By: The Observer
2/20/2018 8:28:38 PM
Observer, thanks for the enlightenment as usual. I can't believe that Her Majesty's P.M Dr. the rt. Honourable Keith Mitchell seriously looked Grenadians in the face and speak so much nonsense. All those false statements does not match up with reality in Grenada. As the old folks say "mouth open and story jump out". Can the P.M back up "we have come too far", "more ready to write the next chapter", "changing for the better", successful experiment", "celebrate the gains we have made","reaping rewards", seeds sown", "bountiful harvest" etc. What in the world is the P.M referring to? His little recitation is extremely far from reality. Lord put a hand on little Grenada. Grenadians may God bless you.
By: Joe
2/26/2018 9:15:41 PM