Justice Minister, Rayburn Blackmoore, has warned that unlawful protest action will not be tolerated, noting that the Labour Party administration will ensure that there is law and order in Dominica.
He said recently there have been a number of attempts to “to provoke the state into an overreaction and create a 1979 situation.”
“Dominica is not going down that route,” he said on Talking Point on state-owned DBS Radio.
“We have seen over the past weeks a calculated and creative attempt by some who do not want to accept that the people have exercised their franchise and voted for a party of their choice and they have tried ways to circumvent the rule of law by having, in a creative way, unlawful protest action,” Blackmoore said.
He pointed to events outside the office of the Electoral Commission, DASPA’s (Dominica Air & Seaport Authority) office and also in Marigot as examples.
“What is happening, and we have sat down and spoke about it, is seemingly an attempt by a number of folks to provoke the state into an overreaction and to create a 1979 situation,” he stated.
Blackmoore is making it clear that those behind such actions will face the force of the law.
“Let us put our energy and our talents to pushing this country forward,” he noted. “Having said that, the persons who have been involved in masterminding those events will face the full force of the law.”
Late last year the United Workers Party (UWP) held protest action outside the office of the Electoral Commission demanding answers on the results of the Grand Fond seat following the general election.
Earlier this year, MP for Marigot, Lennox Linton, led a delegation to deliver a petition to DASPA boss, Benoit Bardouille, on behalf of Vescort Jones who was fired as a port security officer on December 10, 2014.
And recently, bus drivers plying the Marigot to Londonderry route held protest action near the Douglas Charles Airport, complaining that seawater was invading the road nearby, causing damage to their vehicles and demanded that government do something about it.
All you on DNO just blablaing about what Blackmoore say; All you All have to do to show your dissatisfaction is go and protest nuh and You All will know whether what he is saying is right or wrong; Looking to see how soon will be the next Protest Action. Lennox will lead some of All You to Hell by bottom while he try to look for fame!
I read this and now my eyes are bleeding. Sir, a protest is not a crime. AnybodY can protest…People can protest at the library or they can protest at Domlec. How is this an act deserving of a hell. I am not a supporter of Lennox but what you said makes no sense. Educate yourself before you speak.
Mr.Blackmorre as long as it’s a peaceful protest why would you want to use the force of law. Anybody can protest at anytime against things they dislike
That’s true. But notice of protest must be given in order to avoid roads being blocked and for Al ternative routes to be sought etc. it is a matter of public safety. We have to remember we have idiots out there. Ever seen a protest turn to a riot or looting? Protesting is perfectly fine but there are laws that govern them. The authorities must be given notice. Apart from that people can protest till their heels fall off.
MY ANALYSIS OF WHAT THE ESTEEMED JUSTICE MINISTER SAID.
1. “unlawful protest action will not be tolerated.”
2. “What is happening, and we have sat down and spoke about it, is seemingly an attempt by a number of folks to provoke the state into an
overreaction and to create a 1979 situation,”
3. “Dominica is not going down that route,”
4. “Let us put our energy and our talents to pushing this country forward,” he noted. “Having said that, the persons who have been involved
in masterminding those events will face the full force of the law.”
#1 contradicts #2. #3 contradicts the first sentence in #4. This man has to stop acting like a gergesh.
#2. Who is the we you are referring to? Did you to speak to the opposition or amongst yourself. If it is only amongst yourselves – the cabal, then you are preparing an armed intervention against protests which will take us back directly to 1979. you will undermine Democracy.
A thief never like to see a person…
Sir,
If you had said so in your manifesto I would not have voted for you.
Unlawful protest? so you mean people protesting for their vehicles under salt water is unlawful? Mr blackmore…
OMG! This statement clears all DOUBTS! This government is made up of a bunch of incompetent guys. I pray that the minds of all LABOURITES be enlightened. Weh, weh, weh, weh.
Blackmore must be a sick man Just read on the news protest action in Bermuda .So i guess only Dominicans have no right to protest Fly yr kite Blackmoore Fly your kite.
Wouldn’t it be shameful if mercenary Dominican diaspora votes will ultimately have to paid for in blood? Think about that!
Alot of things are unlawful and unethical wee. Raping is; adultery is; abusing young ladies who are seeking government assistance is; corruption is
It seems they want to imprison their political opposition like Maduro did for protesting
Well Mr Blackmore whenever we protest again come and arrest us. No other minister is going to support your move and you will soon be out.
Did Blackmore really say that?
And you wonder then if these guys are educated. It’s better to be thought off a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt……
uwp supporters need to know as mutch as dlp is in power uwp will just make fools of there self protesting,,task force will take all uwp protesters an put dem in 2buses,an uwp will keep having own budget parlaiment,from d time uwp say they wining colihaut I say is a bunch of stupid ,sick,or mad people
Is this guy Justice Minister or Minister of INJUSTICE? Blackmoore, what do you classify as a lawful protest? Will the powers that be will ever allow a “Lawful protest’? I guess the ONLY lawful protest that the authorities will allow is one against the opposition, and such protest you will not see garson. I guess you just trying to let Vince know that he will not go uncontested and you ready for the job. Bye the way, where is Dominica’s Prime Minister, Mr. Roosevelt Skerrit? I s he Ok Vince? Let God speak papa because the voice of the people is the voice of God. However, when God calls no one says no.
Those who are law-abiding will know that people cannot just opt out and decide they will organize and stage a protest. This is being unruly. They protest without first addressing the issue, taking it first to the proper authorities. You must allow them time to respond. If you have tried a few times and do not receive a response, then you could organize one. However, prior to staging a protest and disrupting the work force and traffic, etc., you must first apply for a license to demonstrate/protest. It must first be approved. Is this not the manner in which this should be conducted? Is this not in D/ca’s constitution? If it is not, then one should be enacted.
Those of you who disagree with others allow them their right to comment as you expect the same done to you. Please do not call them derogatory names. It is not mannerly, ladylike/gentlemanly nor Christian-like. Treat others as you expect them to treat you. This is The Golden Rule of Law and Godliness.
Can Blackmore stop the rain from falling? What about the sun? Can Blackmore, prevent the Sun from shining? And if you Blackmore do not have the power to stop the functioning of those phenomenal, natural life cycles, where does that power come from for you to instill fear in a people genuinely struggling for their rights and freedoms as per the Constitution, as citizens of this Nature Isle. Who do you think you have become to utter such anti-democratic, leaning on the continuation of the dictatorship trend? “The country is too Free. Yes, Madame Speaker, the country is too Free.” Who foolishly, publicly, showing his Power, said those words?
Cool off, Blackmore.. All over the world people are protesting peacefully for their RIGHTS, against injustice, corruption, bad governance and for democracy. Dominicans are no exception. The wrath of an oppressed people will overcome. Fear no more. When a determined, oppressed people cry, injustice trembles. Fear no More.
In 1979, we fought for the right to strike without retaliatory action by the government. Will Dominicans have to fight for their Civil Rights again?
Such statements are only made by a guilty regime that lives in fear. And they should have nothing to fear if they are secure in their (elected?) position.
Blackmore, your master and your party wanted another 5 years in government. In order to achieve this the DLP went to great length to promise the electorate all kind of things including the near impossible. The voters want to see results now but all they see being delivered are more lies, explanation for delays and more empty promises. Is it any wonder that they are dissatisfied and start openly stating there unhappiness. You talk about them provoking the state. Are you for real man? Let me remind you who the ‘state’ is – it is it’s citizens and most certainly not the DLP regime. For the future, you would be well advised to research any topics very well before you go public and speak utter nonsense.
For the record, the DLP is not going to get away with an other 5 years of trying to fool Dominicans and nor are you for that matter.
It was high time to put a brakes on those BS TAKING PLACE IN THE COUNTRY. Let them know who is in charge and who is not Blackmoore!.They playing BAD but what They don’t realize no one goes to the store and buy bad where some can purchase it and some can’t. Unless someone takes a stand,those BS will continue and they will go about beating their chest like a disgrunted gorilla.
Hear goes that Buffon Fast & Furious again with his ignorant and illiterate venom.
I read your comment now my eyes are bleeding. Blackmore putting people in their place for peaceful protest? I hope when your light bill sky high and you go by domlec and protest they deal with you too
Well Ma Ma look it that is what that had remain to happen in Dominica. A minister with an Adolph Hitler style mustache, who thinks that he is Adolph Hitler and really behaves like Adolph Hitler . It is no wonder as to why our police is beginning to behave like Gestapo Goons. Remember General Austin of Grenada, during the coup against the late Maurice Bishop and the 24 hours curfew? well Hitler has come to Town but he will take his madness to beabois!!!!
Dominicans had a chance to get rid of this embarrassment less than 2 months ago, but they chose to persist with it. In light of Dominicans’ stupidity, I believe the justice minister has a moral cause to line up all voting-age Dominicans below the age of 65 and punch each one of them in the face. The only reason I would excuse the above-65 is because I am willing to attribute their stupidity to dementia. Have a wonderful day in Paradise!!
Can anyone list the names of at least three international organisations that yself and others can write to withi respect to what is taking place in Dominica?? Does Blackmore know what is a peaceful protest?Doe he read the constitution?
To all those ignorant labourers out there, we will not go silently into the night.. rather we will fight for freedom of speech, justice and equality and all of martin luther king’s dreams for Dominica. BE WARE.
‘He that hath ears to hear, let him hear” are wonderful words spoken by Jesus himself. And may those who hear also listen and pay attention! Four days ago, on this forum, the Hon0urable Minister was quoted as saying that the laws of Dominica were going to be revised. Now, it looks like the pieces have just begun falling into place. Are the laws of Dominica going to be revised to give the police more power to crack down on organized demonstrations/protests that the Minister deem”unlawful?”
“The Labor Party administration will ensure that there is law and order in Dominica.” This statement is telling, indeed. and may well be the tip of the iceberg! Are the laws of Dominica going to be revised without the oversight of parliament?
They need to put a gag order on Blackmore. He is an embarrassment to the government!
The people who ever voted this guy in need their heads examined. And he is STILL there. What is wrong with the people on this island? He is next in line for the succession.
I am indeed appalled that this is coming from Blackmoore. I didn’t expect such gross incompetence from the Hon. Minister. To the contrary, Blackmoore holding the portfolio of Minister for Justice I thought would have been a good thing considering his past professional career prior to entering politics.
Blackmoore, I strongly recommend that you rescind those idiotic statements or clarify at best your position.
Where is Skiritt ? Until Parliament is Convened, Dominica is still without a Governing Body. So on what authority do these Fledglings dictate to the people their Fear Monger Propaganda. We demand Skiritt address the people in person. No televised appearance which could be easily uploaded and altered. If we can not have this proof that he is capable of running the Country, then a Vote of No Confidence should be called and he should be out of office!
That would be too simple.
The Government is working. Our country has always had a government in place; and Our Prime Minister was sworn in immediately following the elections and soon thereafter the Ministers and Members of Cabinet. The country’s business has been going on. As always this government is a working government. Our country is in good hands, the very best hands.
Last time I checked, Dominica was a democracy, I assume that is still the case. A situation like 1979 seems to be a huge overstatement, I have read the history and the archived news clippings, the protests described in this news piece do not seem anywhere near the events of 1979. The best thing about Dominica is the people, especially those who care about Dominica, that is all.
A friend of Dominica.
Obviously you don’t live here or know much about what goes on here. Reading about it doesn’t begin to cut the surface.
‘Blackmoore is making it clear that those behind such actions will face the force of the law’.Mr. Big Minister would you mind to elaborate on this statement? Blackmoore seems to setting the stage for something. I am not sure if any responsible and clear thinking Member of Parliament needs to be speaking like that or hold that position. I say Blackmoore is a Corporal and nothing more than that. He should return to the force because clearly this hot head is not competent or qualified to hold that policy job.
Our democracy consist of the rule of law and respect for the law.
In society we are bound by the rule we make to guide our conduct.
The disregard for law and order means we are not orderly and we are in fact out of order.
They are indeed out of order and to criticize Mr. Blackmoore. Such people also lack consideration and respect. They are also enticing others to do likewise. Then they say they want change and change is a must and must come. This is the change which must come, to practice and maintain Law and Order in the land and respect authorities. As nationals they have an obligation to their country and to others. They must project this if they expect there to be any law and order.
Furthermore, demonstrations/protests must require police presence. They have other duties to perform and they are taken away from their duties. How could they simply arrange a demonstration/protest and without permission at that and also not expect the police to be present?
You are always on the side of wrong, Blackmoore is suppressing the rights of the people, and oppressing them at the same time, nevertheless, your are reputing his conduct!
When will you ever learn?
@ felix aaron, what about “NO LAW NO CONSTUTION CAN STOP… ? Don’t you think the last line of your blog may confirm why law and order is on an all time low since 1995? Maybe you are just being sarcastic so let me give you a thumbs up.
You are in the are playing for Agentina too my brother .Peaple have a right to demonstrat .we are living in a DEMOCRATIC STATE
You have a dictatorship not a democracy. Did you miss the last 2 elections?
why have we still not gotten any answers to those request and protest calls? instead u running your mouth on radio etc
Dominicans have many years again to go ,in order to see the light ,,,only a country that is governed by a dictator can utter such words,,,
Rules are Laws made by the Superiors which the Inferiors are bound to obey. we have a system in place to this country.rules,guidelines and procedures to follow so if you stay within the system there is nothing to worry about.Causing an obstruction is against the law of the land. Manners and respect for others are a very good example. No need to panic just be a good citizen
Superiors and Inferiors???? Really??? And which one are you? You are better than other people? Just remember that Satan was the highest of all the Angels and His destiny is to be the lowest. Pride goeth before a fall.
GIVE ME A BREAK!!! you mean to tell me that Dominicans cannot protest for what they think is right? Mr. Blackmoore what will you do if another group starts a protest against Government? Will you start shooting them…will you arrest them? Sometimes the disgraceful and intolerable things that comes from you all mouth, is telling. You need to think before speaking Sir.
“There is no such thing as an illegal strike! A strike is either successful or unsuccessful” does anyone remember who uttered these famous words? I guess we can also say there is no such thing as illegal protest because we have the right to protest. Blackmore boy you are in no position to tell Dominicans when and for what to protest.
Blackmore giving you your jacket…. i would like to tell u that there is no unlawful protest. protest is what it is… dont ruin your reputation and start taking crap… peoples avenue to express themselves to the government of the day is protest when the government fails to listen to the silent cries….
Dont be that way and take our rights away we will begin protest against you
They are essentially telling you that you have no right to protest or they will deal with you appropriately.
We Dominicans too like to complain and do nothing about what is affecting us. Lest than 2 months we had the opportunity and we did seize it. So all u just take all u get and shut up.
Blackmore, it seems you and your bunch don’t know what democracy is . You guys have plunged this country into total chaos and expect patriots to stay quiet. That’s OK, the wrath has already started.
Corporal Blackmoore your statements can be interpreted as a threat or/and an act of provocation on the Dominica people by you? Let me remind you Sir that an act of provocation is treated the same as the act itself under international law. Now what you should do is to cool down your rhetoric – just a word to t he wise as the saying goes !!!!!
Does Blackmoore believes the Hitler like threats coming out of his mouth will frighten the people of the constituency of Marigot. Does he also believe, by his threats, the Vescot Jones and the sea blast situation at Melville Hall will just go away, just like that. He is either under estimating the Marigotians or he really does not know the Hon. Lennox Linton. This man has proven over the years, he does not go to battle if he is not fully armed with ammunition, according to the saying. My advice to Blackmoore is either tighten his waist or according to the saying, “let sleeping dogs lie.” I wish to remind Blackmoore , in order to get to Douglas-Charles airport, you must pass through Marigot or Wesley. These constituencies are controlled by UWP Team Dominica. I rest my case.
Tell him again..say it loud and clear! Blackmoore looking for trouble but I am reminding him that the good folks of Marigot and Wesley do not depend on handouts from the red clinic and therefore will NOT let politicians trample on their democratic, god given rights
Careful Blacky, be very careful what you say and do!
Assertive, NOT Aggressive!
And we have the Roseau on lock down.#occupy Roseau # occupy Melville hall reenactment of 1979. Thanks to charlo he taught Dominicans how to protest.
They go out of Canefield so they don’t care.
Doc. Love, I suppose your statement above in your opinion should not be considered as a threat and the Minister should not take it seriously as one? How about the rest of our opinions especially those who use the Douglas Charles Airport, it should not matter either? How do you think we should take what you just said? Is democracy a thing only for those who oppose the government?
We have a right to protest to express our rights but not unlawful,if you guys believe in democratic get a permit that the law, do not try to provoke the government, if the law enforcement take serious action it will create bad image for our country.
Dahnan, just like Tiananmen Square created a bad image for China, remember?
@DAHMAN, Do you think getting a permit is as easy as buying a shoot of zaid? Who will issue that permit? It is easier for bobbles tog et his unlicensed gun back that for protesters to get a permit to protest
I swear we Dominicans do not know what we want or we don’t know how to read.
I can’t see where it was said that you are being denied your rights to peaceful protest. But in most DEMOCRATIC AND CIVILISED countries there is a process for protest peaceful as it may be.
Isn’t the opposition the ones who advocated that there needs to be more order and structure in law here? That we were a lawless nation? Why are they crying now that they are getting exactly what they asked for?
Why is it that LL thinks that no laws should apply to the opposition… only on his say-so?
And then you call Skerro a dictator?
I think it’s the other way around the opposition would like to do whatever it pleases Dominica is too free many things I have seen it will not happen any where else in the world blocking roads yes we have a right to protest lawfully many of what see going on is to provoke the Govt. Change Is A Must Change The opposition want to be leader!!
Mr. Blackmoore for the sake of public safety and civil rights I pray and hope it is only hot air you are blowing. as we certainly do not need another Timothy scenario like we had in 1979. In March of 2012, in an interview with DNO (see DNO 8 March 2012) you made a lot of noise about unacceptable delays in the work on the Pont Case/Hatton garden road and told us you had given the contractor Gaddarkhan a 14 day ultimatum to make sure they would complete that road by June 2012. That date came and went and the road was finally finished more than two years later. without a whimper from you. Maybe you find it easier to issue threats against your own people, hiding behind the SSU rather than being tough with a foreign contractor, who does not perform. You may want to impress your supremo with your no-nonsense posturing but I would suggest you pause and reflect if you want the support of the people and not turn them into enemies. Remember your leader’s mandate has shrunk.
So the demonstration of 1979 was illegal and the state overreacted? I wonder what President Saverin would have to say about that!!
“De country nice boy …..”
I am tired of people talking about unlawful protest. people need to read the constitution for themselves. watch any democracy around the world and see how people protest. u do not need permission to protest. I can go down by the electorial commission now and have a 1 woman , 2 or 3 women protest. Dominicans have been brain wash about protest. And by the way Mr. Blackmoore are u above the law. u want da to be a lawful place, are u exempted? Do u Ministers follow the laws of the land?
You know that they don’t follow the laws.
Blackmore peaceful protest is breaking the law???? ……Ask our President did he break the law in 1979 when he lock the country down for days to stand up for what he thought was right for Dominicans at that time.
If the system was working properly this would not be an issue because the police would provide folks the permit when they need to protest. But the permits are denied under the current administration for peaceful protest which is against the law and an attack on Dominicans Freedom. So who is breaking the law?????
Freedom to protest peacefully in Dominica is under attack!!!!!!!!!
Look out when they bring in the militia police as enforcers.
these cabal been indoctrinated by their handlers they will try everything to frighten the unsuspected
I wonder what democracy is. It seems like it works for only one set of people. So now people cannot demonstrate peacefully? The masses need to know what is lawful and unlawful protest and should not be threatened because they are in opposition with the new ruling party and what is wrong. It seems like the new ruling party is taking away the masses rights and that we may have to get permission to walk the streets in the future.
What does the future hold for us in this nation? Sad state of affairs.
BLACKMOORE!!!! Stop impinging on Dominicans democratic rights to protest. Hold your socialism policies for when you sit on table among the Chinese and Venezuelan. We not supporting no communism dictatorial government!!!! Freedom of speech, freedom of expression and our God given rights to protest!!! And furthur more as minister of security go read your constitution.
Be aware. They want to REVISE the constitution to suit their own agenda.
If it is one thing dictators are afraid of is witnessing the people of the country standing on their feet, and demonstrate their dissatisfaction with what is wrong in the country. Black is flexing his political power, because he fears, there will eventually be a repeat of a civil uprising, prissily similar to the one lead by Dominica’s now sitting president Charles Savarin, which he used to topple former Prime Minister Patrick John.
And be reminded, when they overthrew Patrick John, they indeed overthrew a Labor Party Prime Minister in power. Hahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahah! That is the way dictators operate, a son will kill his mother, father, and all his siblings, for no other reason than to ware the Sash around his neck. We saw the dictator in North Chorea killed his uncle recently simply because his uncle opposed something vicious he planed. In the South Pacific one of them killed his hole filmily because he wanted to be King! Last month Skerrit fed you all you voted…
have any of you ever told your class teacher how to teach
yes at times when they do things that anybody could see was blatant nonsense. I have challenged a fair few teachers in the past. I still remember one teacher telling her students that the bahamas had an area of 1000km, when I pointed out that it was actually 1000 km SQUARED she tried to trivialize my point and make me look stupid. but even as a child I stood up for what I knew was right. Now is no different. The people are the ones who elect the leaders so when they do things that the people deem wrong they need to listen to the voice of the people whether that be expressed in words or action (protest in this case).
Come on Blackmore! I am certain that you have more common sense than that. Did you evaluate what were going to say before making these statements. The people has a right to protest when things are not going the way they want it to. Protest is fundamental to the development of the country and it also a major form of allowing the citizens to attain their needs. Are you calling for attention to Dominica by the United nations, are you trying to say that the right to protest is no longer valid? Are you initiating some form of civil unrest by mentioning 1979? Do some research, you guys come into the political arena with no knowledge and continuously talking nonsense. Remember Dominica has ratified under numerous UN treaties which the government has to abides to, you guys have continuously set aside the domestic law of the country and now you want to break international law also. I am keeping an eye on the movement of this government.
You better do more than keep an eye on it.
blackmore before you make these dictatorial venezulian statememts ,did you consult the pm or the attorny goneral . I think you should ,because they would have advised you otherwise . From now on you should have your public statements checked by the ATTORNY GENERAL BEFORE RELEASE otherwise if you continue in this maner you will cause problem for my party and the country ,you can’t use the law to supress peacefull and democratic acts .I am 65 years old, I was there in 1979 and was in the police force and it was bad, maybe you were or are too young to realize the statememt or referance you are making.
blackmore you are saying to people to arm your self with the necessary tool rather than peaceful protest you a now trying to provoke the power of dominicans take note that dominicans did not put you all in power is the diaspora who place you all in power the protest will continue to save dominica change is what we need not masters or dictators.
Blackmore,I wish you would just say protest action will not be tolerated. I think that’s what you really meant to say.
come on blackmoore behave your self
I’m sure is charlo who told blackmoore about the plans he carried out in 1979. I guess he is afraid that the ghost of that era comes back to hunt him, so he is trying to take in front before in front take him. These guys are just wicked. What is charlo(de ayatollah) going to do? Is he going to turn the guns on the masses just to stay in power(power sweet)? After using the masses to get to highest position in the land now you all turn round and point guns on the people. But Jah not asleep.
Mr. Tough Guy, since you appear the new mouthpiece of the DLP regime, why don’t you do something useful for a change and tell the citizen why after almost 50 days after the election parliament has still not been called. Also why don’t you tell the citizens where Skerrit is and why we don’t see and hear of him so much.
Blackmoore and this whole bunch ought to be the ones that need the full extend of the Law thrown at them! You want to oppress the people and still suppress them when they protest. ‘Let us put our energy and talent pushing the country forward’. That’s what you say? Yet, you are the ones keeping the country back. We live in a Democracy State therefore, we have the right to peaceful protests. You and the other ‘Henchmen’ are the ones who wants to provoke the people and incite violence. We the people will not have you turn our country into a’ Police State’ and have our God given Rights taken from us. I am glad you cited 1979… so let this be a constant reminder.
Dominicans will rise up when their rights are trampled upon .We don’t take kindly to threats and intimidations which this Regime thrive on. We will continue to fight for Truth and Justice according to the Rule of Law. Not the watered down version subscribed by this Regime. Until Law and Order is…
It’s a little late now. The people needed to wake up before the last election.
Everybody has their right to protest. It will always have an opposition. So to say persons cannot protest is ridiculous. So just now in time to come persons will need to require a permit to express themselves. This is pure rubbish. Blackmoore want to talk his nonsense in people head and when he doesn’t like something he would always open his large mouth and say. I don’t care what it is but everybody has a right to speak their mind and protest once they do it in a proper manner. Simple as that. DNO I really wish you would stop posting them crazy stories of those uneducated foolish men. Blackmoore and the others seem to think we living under a rock.
Wishful thinking black more! You cannot stop Reggae! what you going to do send police to shoot and beat down people? You no longer want people to stand up for the democratic rights to express themselves as enshrined in the Constitution! Then again your boss trashed the very constitution and made it of no effect……”No law not even the constitution”….boss what you said there in one word : PURE KOSHONEEE!
Remember that Blackmoore was a police officer. Hence the only thing he knows to use against the people is force. When they were begging for the votes of the people so they could have power, they were like lambs but now they are showing their true colors. The bible says by beholding you become change. These guys have looked at their friends(Cuba, China, Venezuela, etc) for to long. Now they are ready to put into practice what they have learned from them.
Blackmore, your master and your party wanted another 5 years in government. In order to achieve this the DLP went to great length to promise the electorate all kind of things and the near impossible. The voters want to see results now but all they see being delivered are more lies, explanation for delays and more empty promises. Is it any wonder that they are dissatisfied and start openly stating there unhappiness. You talk about them provoking the state. Are you for real man? Let me remind you who the ‘state’ is – it is it’s citizens and most certainly not the DLP regime. For the future, you would be well advised to research any topics very well before you go public and speak utter nonsense.
For the record, the DLP is not going to get away with an other 5 years of trying to fool Dominicans and nor are you for that matter.
For a government that just won a majority, it appears that you are very uncomfortable about the rights of citizens to protest. I am not from Dominica but it is rather shameful to hear those words from a government ministers. I hope Dominicans are much smarter, and they will safeguard democracy no matter who the heck is in power!
Let warn Mr. Blackmore that his arrogance has done nothing but ignited the zeal for resistance in those of us who still believe in the constitution. To show Mr. Blackmore that I am as much Dominican as he is, and protected by the same constitution, I will gladly join the next protest action by any community or group who choose to exercise their rights. SSU will have to shoot all of us because the last time I checked we were still a democracy and that right to peaceful protest will NEVER be taken from us by a rouge administration
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Assertive, NOT Aggressive!
Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it. It is this very stance that the PJ Administration took in 1979 and sought to pass legislation outlawing demonstrations that led to its downfall. I am happy that they are proceeding down that road. The end result will be the same – Regime Change.
Mr Min. of National Security you should not allow your emotions and frustrations to cloud your better judgement. As a “former Police Officer” i am sure you are well acquainted with the Law governing the peoples right to Peaceful and non Violent protest. It was a little more than three years ago that another “former Police Officer” the (then) DPP who after the discontinuance of a court matter against protest action taken by the same UWP wrote a meticulous legal report stating his reasons for the discontinuance. I am sure you must have had the privilege of discussing the matter with another “former Police Office” who happens to be the present AG and seek his advise. Just a reminder that the DLP was in power in 1979 and like you rightly stated you don’t want to make the same mistake again. It would be a case of History Repeating Itself. So my brother and friend even the minority have a right to decent; it’s a privilege exercised all over the world which we happen to be a part of.
Honourable minister, are you really SERIOUS? After the entire comstitutional opposition is locked up/killed/eliminated, the opposition will still exist in the media. Close down the media and the opposition will take the form of peoples manifestation. What will you do next? Shoot them down?
Sir, the actions of those whom you refer to as unlawful, were triggered by your administration’s REFUSAL to listen and take actions in an EXPEDITIOUS manner to resolve their concerns. How long have the users of the segment of the road in question made representation? You and the misgovernment did absolutely NOTHING. Now you refer to protests as UNLAWFUL. Sir, please listen to the cries of the masses and we will ALL be better off.
And finally, sir, stop playing smart with chupidness!!
HOTEP!
thats all you and your colleagues worth…….not tolerating this and not tolerating dat…….preventing dis from happening and dat from happening……..
just send out de guards………to de high court, to de parliament, to Financial Center, to Government headquarters, to de Electoral Commission Office,to de airport, to de Presidential State Palace, to protect Gardahkan, to protect a lawyer Isidore, to protect Tony Asstaphan,
no guards to protect evidence at GON Emmanuel House (Tony de Police lapse in protecting key material evidence…de area was not treated as a crime scene…both de fire dept and de police conspired to not perform their required duties)
when we heard de news from Winfresh which one of your colleagues went on talking point to open your big mouth and say you not tolerating our banana farmers from losing dis vital industry….
you lack de do it spirit……you spirit is one of not tolerating, prevent at all costs, negative non progressive and…
black……..yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy didn’t you express the intent for more prompt action being taken in the future, especially in the case of grievances like the blasted wall that the people were complaining about allllllllllllllllllll the time???? MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! this is not SMA, or ROSEAU BOYS SCHOOL my brethren!!!!!!!!!YOU ARE NOT THE PRINCIPAL dready…!!!!!!!!!!! you are an ELECTED official put there to serve the people…. so black….you would take a fish out of water and BEAT THE LIFE out of it if shake it tail???????????????????????????????????but what is REALLLLLLLLLLLYYYYYYYYYYYYYY these ARROGANT people problem ner??? u all will continue to exhalt yourselves….but I encourage people especially in these positions to BE HUMBLE MY BROTHERS… when u serve from a good place you hardly ever have to take up arms, because the people will rally like a hedge about u….but go on man…tanto tanto…
the PEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! is a MILLION TIMES MIGHTIER than the sword…MEMBER DAT!!
Blackmoore you’re seeming ridiculous. Why did you suddenly evoke memories of 1979? Is it because you subconsciously feel that brute response is the only solution? Do you subtely feel force is needed to deal with the growing wave of protests? Becareful of your analogies Mr. Blackmoore.
“The Labour Party Administration” will ensure that there is law and order in Dominica,” so says Raymond Blackmoore. Who can dispute a statement like that? Not only does the LABOUR PARTY want law and order but every patriotic Dominican wants law and order but what is going on in Dominica is law and order LABOUR PARTY style.
It seems as if there is no room for anyone other than the government in power to hold or express opinions that are at variance with theirs in Dominica. According to Mr. Blackmoore any demonstration that is not first sanctioned by THE LABOUR PARTY will be deemed illegal.
I thought Dominica was a democracy and what happened in Dominica in 1979 was a legitimate act by the people who believed that the regime was going against the will of the people and as a result they took to the streets.
This is the kind of action that would be taken in the Soviet Union before communism fell and in Cuba today.
Are we already in a dictatorship? Has Skerrit declared Marshall…
what exactly is considered an “unlawful protest” does “peaceful” and “unlawful” go hand in hand?… think somwhere along the line we’ve lost site without even noticing…..
Rayburn BEFORE you express such arrogance you must educate the population of their rights within the law. You must spell out very clearly what constitutes infringements and the possible consequences. While those who break the law should face the consequences you must dialogue with the people. Human beings react to situations which affect them and if allowed to take action things may get out of control. This by no means gives those in power the authority to take advantage of the disadvantaged. Come on reaso, justice and civility are still alive. Your outbursts are troubling to all concerned people.
I agree on the need to educate on the actual legal provisions for civil protest in Dominican law before the reprimand and threats were issued! These people never cease to amaze. Their level of irritation with decenting voices and action is frightening!
DNO has some duty as well to fill that info gap but alas all they seem to do regurgitate…who knows maybe they are afraid of being reprimanded or worse! Either way we are in state in DA.
79 you people want it will never happen but soon your backsides will be thrown from office. Dumb egotistical minister we have rights and protesting is one. Dominica is not for you alone
that’s my parliamentary representative is time to take a hard stance on those who love to break the laws. its time for the powers that be to straighten up those bent on mischief.
what about the land transfer deal, bin bobol, isn’t that breaking the laws of dominica
You Too damn Stupid! Ou tao Sot!
What is his definition of a lawful protest?
It is the people’s right to protest. The most you can do is grant them permission and ensure they are protected and no one is hurt.
Seems like the labour party does not want opposition and would like to do whatever it pleases and people should say nothing. Smfh. Well Blackmore if you think people instigating illegal acts go and arrest then and see how fast we will descend into chaos.
Fraud, bribery, miss use of public funds, and using political positions to gain wealth are all forms of breaking the law. Those who do deserve the long arm of the law.
You only now know about applying the rule of law?
When you guy twist and bend the law to give you a political advantage during the election, you forgot there was the rule of law that you had to obey?
You guys have no moral authority to talk about the rule of law because you break it regularly to serve your purpose.
Its obvious that these protesters are well within their constitutional rights weather this ….likes it or not and it’s your duty to protect those rights even if you are non supportive of their agenda. So its obvious your words are only for intimidation and it is you that should face the full force of the law.
All of a sudden you want to speak. They demoted you already and gave Ian Pinnard your place ..
Boy that Lennox Linton powerful
They don’t know what to do with him again. Now they looking a “creative” way to jail him and so take him out of Parliament?
Tell them try if they call them man!
. I dare them to try and mess with LL. 
Assertive, NOT Aggressive!
Arrant Nonsense. These people will try everything to deny Dominicans their proper rights and freedoms. We shall not be moved. This corrupt regime will come crumbling down..tic toc…
Whats wrong with that guy? You want to prevent people from protesting? Remember you do not have the support of the populace you will have to bring in the Diasporas to help you in your nonesence so continue with your nonsencical talks.
Labour ka really twavay ……
yes wi lol labour working
Now this is ignorance.. You are provoking amnesty and international human rights groups to keep an eye on Dominica .. Thanks for the update.
The have a responsibility to be responsible.
You hear that mr. Blackmoore, is Felix Aaron himself telling you that!
Thank you Blackmoore. You have now made clear what everyone has speculated over the past few years. Thank you for letting us know that people can no longer PEACE FULLY protest in Dominica without an expectation of legal action. We now know that you wish democracy to stop after ballots have been casted.
I hope you do recognize though, that like 1979, there are Dominicans who love their country and will fiercely protect their freedom of speech, expression, and congregation. Dominica belongs to ALL of us!
A democracy without freedom to protest Blackmoore is called a Dictatorship. May the prayers of the saints cover and protect this land from the spirit of dictatorship and may those who plan to take the freedom of this democracy from us receive the righteous judgement of Jehovah God upon them
It’s already here.
When is protest action unlawful mr. Blackmoore? I suggest you read the constitution very carefully and are not provoked into any regrettable action that may be fed by the paranoia of your superiors. We are still a democratic state and the yes of the world are on us.
Blackmoore watch your words,its being seen all over the world,what are you planning on doing,shooting the ctizens,this regime you guys are running is desperate.The people have all the rights to protest.