My thoughts on…Kern’s tears
The “free” light bulb scandal took a interesting turn yesterday as Kern Spencer, former Minister of of State in the Ministry of Investment, Technology, Energy and Commerce, openly wept during the sitting of the House of Representatives. My parents, after seeing it on the news, couldn’t stop talking about it the entire night. In fact, it caused a bit of an argument, with my dad wanting Kern’s head and my mom arguing that he’s being used as a scapegoat. This is the first time I’ve seen this. A politician being raked over the coals. No resignation or excuses of “youthful exuberance.” Just good ol’ fashioned, unbiased criticism.
Does justice in Jamaica actually extend to the elite? Perhaps. Mr. Spencer was noticeably nervous during the sitting, but Clive Mullings’ statement, “This is not just a question of irregularities; this raises questions of fraud,” seems to have been the straw that broke the camel’s back, or rather, the hand that turned on the tap, as Kern began crying soon after that. I’m not saying the guy’s guilty or anything, but it looks rather suspicious. Why would an innocent cry? Plus he couldn’t even defend himself, even when his fellow party members urged him to. Was the realization that he could actually face jail time, and that his peers no longer had the power to shield him too much? I think so.
Strangely enough (yeah right), Phillip “Senõr Scandal” Paulwell, the Minister formerly in charge of the Ministry, showed up one hour and 36 minutes late. (Probably working on his alibi.) Still, part of me is a bit suspicious of the transparency of these proceedings. Is Kern really guilty, or is he just the fall guy, taking the rap for Paulwell? If he is indeed guilty, then he should feel the full weight of the law. He and all others involved. Plain and simple. We’ve seen too many politicians get away scot-free from scandals that would have cost the average Joe decades of his life behind bars. If this is done, then Jamaicans will come to the realization that power, prestige, and wealth do not shield you from the long arm of the law, and that the law doesn’t apply to some, it applies to all. Maybe then Jamaicans will think twice before engaging in illegal acts.
Crime in any facet is necessary at any echelon of a nations activities. It will not go away, and once it has found it’s equilibrium it will take much more than a public censure or related correction to curb the trend.
I am all for getting out the people who aren’t skilled enough to hide their inadequacies etc, we need people who are better at conning out the public.
Hi Uncle Bruce.
Whoa! Tears! That’ll get ‘em every time. But mi never know him live a’ Waterworks. His reaction is better than de typical arrogance tho — a show of remorse might actually signify some remorse or acknowledgement of responsibility. Golding’s changes begin:0
I posted on this same thing too yesterday. The former party made some serious blunders and waisted taxpayers money. They should be made to pay for all the money they plundered. I hope the ruling party will be serious about this corruption issue!
I’m with Jamsprint.
Crime isn’t going anywhere. I am astonished every day I learn about more crime. And yet, not. People who have power will do anything to get more–what was their impetus for wanting it in the first place?
From what I read, it sounded like it was the government members that wanted him to talk. His own party members were telling him not to say anything and were rubbing his back to hush him. Poor thing… NOT! More Fiyah! May Jah Jah’s fire burn him (and hopefully Paulwell too) and burn him continuously!
Felt sorry for him.Who knew politicians had such soft spots..not me.
Interested in knowing why the tears
Men shouldn’t cry….esp politicans who get caught with their hand in the jar
off with his head!!!!!
Jampan seriously a think you hanging around those Japanese people to long starting to sound like one…. *whispering* the crazy ones that is… ssssshhhhhh
Hey Leon, please stop by my blog to collect an award. Thanks.
just a visitor here…and i can’t say anything coz it’s jamaican politics which i have no clue on…(the same for our own)
interesting…blog (site) that is…
It’s always the same no matter where you go. What starts out as a good idea on paper turns into scandal. The former governor of my state is in jail for shady dealings. Actually lots of politicians in my home state have been jailed over the last few years. Corruption is an awful thing. But it seems to have made for good TV in this instance.
Lawd Leon, is how yu blog get so high tech? Had to search for the comment part. Anyway, I see you’re still having nuff thoughts on everything
crying makes him seem guilty. if he was a veteran politician he would have denied all crime till the cows come home and put on a bold arrogant face
Short pants at the Tower Street Prison must be the new fashion style/design for all corrupt poliiticians who/that have pillage,plundered and raped the country’s coffers.And their new abode or address, the Tower Street Prison.Granted, due process of law is mandatory and of course essential,and let the chips fall where they may for these Kleptocrats.
Leon,a very interesting site.I like it!RESPECT!