Dominica to address gay rights before UN

gay men holding handsDominica has to make its position clear to the United Nations concerning the rights of gays and lesbians on the island at the Universal Periodic Review 2014 to be held in Geneva on May 1.

Local minority group MiriDom, in conjunction with the Sexual Rights Initiative, has written to the UN Commission for Human Rights on the matter and the island’s permanent representative to the UN, Vince Henderson, is expected to make a presentation on Dominica’s position.

In its submission to the UN, MiriDom called for the island’s buggery laws to be repealed.

“MiriDom feels no law or constitution should be allowed to discriminate against someone based on their sexual orientation,” the organization said. “The anti sodomy laws of Dominica are discriminatory towards the sexual expressions of consenting adults, therefore we feel they should be repealed.”

According to the organization, such laws “fuel stigma and discrimination towards a minority in our society.”

It noted that the laws give the court the leeway to have homosexuals analyzed by a psychiatrist, noting this “is against human rights.”

The Universal Periodic Review is held every four years during which organizations or individuals of UN member countries are given an opportunity to present to the UN Commission on Human Rights a report on human rights that concerns them.

Henderson is expected to give Dominica's position on gay rights at the meeting in Geneva
Henderson is expected to give Dominica’s position on gay rights at the meeting in Geneva

The report is then given a hearing in Geneva attended by UN ambassadors who may question the relevant ambassador. This is when Henderson is expected to give the position of the government of Dominica.

Speaking to DNO on Monday, Henderson said there are a number of questions that he has to respond to when the meeting convenes in Geneva but said he cannot give any information since the government has to approve the text of his presentation.

“Once it is done, it will be made public,” he stated. “But at this point I cannot comment on anything of that nature.”

He did say, however, issues concerning violence against women, violence against children, the death penalty are on the agenda but the Miridom matter seems “to be the most controversial one for some people.”

Last year prime minister, Roosevelt Skerrit, said buggery laws on the books in Dominica will not be repealed pointing out that he has not heard any ‘compelling’ argument to support such move.

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191 Comments

  1. June 20, 2014

    Does the UN give Dominica money :?:

    Has or does the UN or any of its member nations helped Dominic in any way :?:

    Perhaps so. But is there a price tag attached? If so history may someday reveal that the price was too high.

    Sometimes a neighbor helps me. Sometimes I help a neighbor. But we would never think of interfering
    in each others family affairs. I would not tell him how to run his household nor he me. If the UN or any of its member nations is using any “help” it gives to another nation as leverage to gain control of that country it would be better to refuse their help.

    If a nation buckles to the UN or any of their member nations and allows them to push their gay agenda upon them for financial or material gain, or political advantage, they are betraying their own people, and selling out future generations.

    Dominica does not owe the UN an explanation of its position on same sex relationships. Your position is based solidly upon the Word of God. It is the Word I preach and I am able to defend it without apology or compromise.

    Like the three young Hebrew men in the Book of Daniel I will burn but I will not bow.

    Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  2. No name
    May 5, 2014

    50% making comments on here all live in the united state like NYC and Nj and Maryland

  3. Simply the Truth
    May 3, 2014

    As many words I have stated on this matter, it continues to shock me that these people interfere in the Laws of Dominica and went so far as to write to the UN. You will have to prove that you are discriminated against and denied rights as a human being, a national.
    Dominica is a Christian country. I never expected that I would hear this sort of thing happening in Dominica and that these people want rights. This occurs when people turn their backs on God and cease practicing the faith. He has left you to your evil devices and into the hands of Satan.
    What right do they have to interfere in D/ca’s Law and their business? No one is discrimination against you. The government has not jailed you and may never do so as long as you obey the Laws of the land.
    What is so exciting about wanting homosexual rights? It is sickening to think of it. I foresee an uprising in D/ca should this scandalous affairs ever get legislated.
    What do you want? You want a license to hold hands and kiss in public? You are two men (and two women). You have no right to get married. Keep your affairs to yourself behind your closed doors and leave other Dominicans alone. You should be ashamed of yourselves. Never expect that they will approve of your intrinsic behaviour, at least the sincere practicing Christians.
    I do believe that if this shameful lifestyle is ever legalized, it will not sit too well with D/cans who oppose it. There are some who, at this moment are keeping quiet about it and taking a wait and see stand. There will be trouble for you. You should know what I mean.
    When you come out of the closet, I think one by one, you may be eradicated from the face of the earth. Who is going to protect you in D/ca? The UN and that homosexual group, your counterparts? The government and police cannot be everywhere.
    I do think you should fear the repercussion. You will be in serious trouble. You better keep your homosexual affairs behind closed doors.
    I hope my words are prophetic. This is my vision of what may happen to you in the future for, putting it mildly you are annoying people with your evil behaviour and want recognition for your abnormal lifestyle.
    These people want the entire world to approve of this abomination. I have said, when the entire world legislates this abomination, God will rain down his fire and brimstone on the earth and destroy those evildoers. They will cause Our Lord to quicken the day of wrath.

  4. Simply the Truth
    May 3, 2014

    Whoever represents Dominica at the UN, ensure that you have compiled a good case/response. You should give the UN a good piece of your mind. They are all godless people who do not care two hoots about Christianity but promoting and encouraging abomination in the world..
    There are times I do not believe in practicing diplomacy but telling it like it is.
    Dominica is not depriving those homosexuals who continue to hide behind closed doors and have yet to show their faces in public. They are hiding behind closed doors to get a group to perform their dirty work. Cowards! I hope you never get your way.
    You are godless people who care not if God would instantly punish you and those who approve of your evil lifestyle which does nobody any good; not even yourselves.
    You do not care if you go to Hell for practicing this abomination which highly offend Our Lord Jesus Christ who will judge you based on your lifestyle. He is not going to say to you, “Well done my good and faithful servant. Come ye blessed of My Father, possess ye the Kingdom…” On the contrary, He will say, “Amen, amen I do not know you. Depart from Me ye cursed into everlasting fire.”
    It is not judging you but telling you like it is that if you keep up this lifestyle, this is where you will end up with the enemy of God and of our souls, Satan, Lucifer, the devil, the dragon.
    It is a serious matter. It appears for the number of homosexuals there are in the world, there will be many of them keeping you company except there will be endless suffering. For the good of your soul, you are warned.

  5. Anonymous
    May 1, 2014

    so u to telling me that an organisation misiDom has actually gone to the united nations in protest for an abomination on our dear island.

    it not like they are not already committing the act of sodomy on our dear island.

    what are these people actually trying to achieve?

    i think the UN should accommodate them in one of the American or European countries. so that they can be Happy. Its obvious that they are not Happy enough in Dominica.

  6. Pat
    May 1, 2014

    No news here, the ambass announced that since last year. He even said the UN will tie aid to gay legalization. He has his own agenda, loud and clear. I just knew he would try that.

  7. April 30, 2014

    I am trying to understand why an independent, sovereign, self governing nation should have to report to the UN its position on the rights of gays and lesbians. Surely this information is available in written form for those who wish to research it. But no! The UN wants an official from Dominica to appear in the flesh at the Universal Periotic Review on May 1, to give a verbal report so they can challenge it, and rail on Dominica for its perceived intolerance.

    They are trying to push the gay agenda on sovereign nations. They would also like you to legalize marijuana, abortion, and prostitution, along with same sex marriage because to the UN these are civil rights. To push permissive policies on independent, sovereign, self governing nations they show a total lack of protocol and good manners. The US and UK will be there like two bullies in a school yard hoping the UN will provide them with the tools they need to further force gay rights on small nations.

    Yet both the UK and the US are cowards. Even with their size they do not have the spine to stand up to China and face off with them over their family size policy that limits the number of daughters each their families can have. This is their greatest and most bloody violation of civil rights. But he UK and US are strangely silent when it comes to the mass murder of (unborn and born) baby girls in China! The UN even put China on its Security Council!

    The UK and the US have already shown their true nature. Cameron said he would withhold financial assistance to nations that did not move ahead with gay rights. Obama said he would finance gay rights lobby organizations in such countries. It is obvious any help you receive from the UK or the US may come with a price. They want to have a voice in the governance of your nation and if you give them a foot they will take a mile.

    Mr. Henderson is a capable man. He is going with the trust and confidence of his government. I expect he will make it clear that the position of Dominica on gay and lesbian rights is not open for negotiation. He will be there to present the policy, not to defend it. It needs no defence.

    Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill, D.D. International Evangelist.

    Director of Living Hope Ministries, an outreach of Evangelism and Bible teaching serving churches and ministerial associations world wide.

    http://www.livinghopeministries.ca

    • Disappointed
      April 30, 2014

      The church has its role to play in society, i.e. to educate based on its perspective of the Bible teachings. However, it has no authority to brow beat or force its teachings or beliefs on any one or any group of persons. Isn’t it the same church that teaches that we live under the dispensation of grace? That God will reward those who obey his laws and destroy those who disobey? Then why play God? You too have sinned and fall short of the glory of God! Who are you to condemn? Who are you to punish? Who are you to judge?

      Homosexuality is rampant under cover in the churches and it is because of the discrimination against gays; they are afarid to be open causing unfaithful relationships and the spread of HIV.

      Let people be free! Their lives are theirs, not yours! Live and let live! Get out of peoples bedrooms! The whole world is enlightened and free, but we continue to be uncivilised against our people here in Dominica while we respect and work with gays in the outside world. What hypocrisy and double standards!

      The both political parties have openly gay supporters; some in high places, so what’s the point? When the true statistics are revealed like night must turn to day, reality will strike home!!!

      • May 5, 2014

        Christ said His people are “the salt of he earth” and “the light of the world”. The Apostle Paul said “we are ambassadors for Christ.” This is true of all Christians but it especially finds expression in the church.

        No nation today is a theocracy. But Christians have been taught to pray “They will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Because Christians are citizens, pay taxes, and vote in our democratic system, we have a right to vote for the candidates who share our values. It is not too much to ask our national leaders to give us laws that reflect the moral code God has given us in the New Testament when it comes to something as serious as homosexuality.

        There are other moral sins. It would be impossible to legislate against them all because unfortunately they are so common the police could never know who are committing them or where it is happening . If such laws were on the books our courts could not handle the additional work, and the jails would be overflowing. We accept that not every sin can be made a crime. It is the responsibility of the church to discipline its members who violate the moral code of God according to the instructions God has given us in the New Testament

        However, homosexuality is in a class by itself. It is unnatural, a sin against nature. (Romans 1:26-28) It strikes against the model or pattern God gave us for marriage and sexual relationships. (Matthew 19:4-6)

        As for the role of the church:

        For 2,000 years the church has – through its bishops, pastors, and evangelists, advised emperors, kings and queens, prime ministers, and presidents, regarding the teachings of the Holy Scriptures pertaining to moral issues in a way that could have a bearing upon legislation. At times the church is listened to. More often it is probably spurned. But this is and will remain a role of the church.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • outraged
      May 2, 2014

      so your saying that your religion has the right to tell me how to leave my life. go f yourself.

      • May 5, 2014

        Noted that you do not give your name. :oops:

        Your attitude is shared by many. But their lives are usually quite a mess. :cry: Often they are lonely people. They are not the ones who have happy marriages and a good family life. They are often found writing to Bella, checking themselves into rehab, going for therapy, being treated for HIV, or sadly, committing suicide.

        But there is a better life. :-P Jesus said ” …. … …I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly”. (John 10:10)

        Whoever you are or regardless of what have done in life until now, God loves you unconditionally. Christ suffered, bled, and died to pay for your sins. The Bible says

        “For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. For scarcely for a righteous man will one die; yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. But God commended his love towards us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:6-8)

        “For God so loved he world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that WHOSOEVER believeth in him, should not; perish, but HAVE everlasting life.” (John 3:16)

        The WHOSOEVER takes you in :!:

        Please….. meet me in heaven. :-D

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 2, 2014

      Euthanasia is one of them and killing babies in the wombs who especially are handicapped. They are not going behind China for it’s one-child policy.
      I do not see why a D/can representative should go before the UN, a set of godless people who are also blind and deaf and are taking the world down slippery slopes and straight into Hell. Woe to them. They will, one day get a good, eternal taste of their action. God is patient.

      • May 5, 2014

        Simply the Truth:

        I am a Canadian and we have our own problems up here. I write for newspapers in my own country and speak out against these evils.

        DNO has a large following in Canada. :lol: Thank you for speaking out. What you said may have been directed to Dominicans but it was read in Canada and my people need it more because homosexuality and murdering the unborn are “legal” here.

        I am an “activist” on several fronts. I have picketed in front of abortion mills in both Canada and the USA. My wife has joined me on a picket line in the States.

        The UN is an abomination. The Bible says “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall also reap.” (Galatians 6:7)

        You are right. Dominica owes no accountability to the UN. Is the UN helping Dominica? Maybe so. But if you help somebody for the right reasons you do not expect to be able to tell them how to govern their affairs and run their households. Any assistance Dominica receives from the UN or China (God have mercy) should be questioned as to the reason or purpose behind it. Do they really think Dominica would sell out their right to self government for a mess of pottage? Make no mistake about it. For whatever reason China has its eye on Dominca :!: Some thinking people are convinced the dragon :twisted: wants a piece of the Caribbean. (Maybe to establish a base.)

        God has a people in Dominica and he will care for His own.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist

  8. A Doubting Thomas
    April 30, 2014

    What is the UWP official position on the matter?

    • Simply the Truth
      May 2, 2014

      Excellent question that he should be asked since he puts his mouth in everything else. Let us hear what he has to say about that before the election.

  9. Nudibranch
    April 30, 2014

    there are no gay rights in Dominica, it is an insular country where those rights are criminalized immediately. The moment there is separation of church and state, then maybe the country will move forward.

    What is done behind closed doors should remain that, private, between consenting adults.

    Until the church is removed from making comment in politics, don’t expect change.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 2, 2014

      The Church represents God on earth. It has every right to comment and to denounce homosexuality as being intrinsically evil and also so-called same sex marriage.
      God is with His Church. Leave the Church alone if you do not want to perish eternally in Satan’s cauldron of everlasting fire. Even while you live you may suffer immensely as you age.
      God is taking note of all that we do and say for our judgment. When you stand before God, to your regret and detriment, you will see the error of your ways also according to your words.
      God rewards the good (the holy) and punishes the wicked, those who live godlessly.

  10. April 30, 2014

    there are so many things that are unnatural, stop molesting
    babies, men stop rapeing wemen, and straight men stop
    sodomizing wemen, sex in any butt, male or female is wrong.

    • May 7, 2014

      Of course. All these things are unnatural.

      Homosexuality is the only one that has become a social issue because it is the only one claiming equal rights.

      It has been made illegal because it strikes at Biblical, historical, traditional marriage which is the very cornerstone of any civilized society. Because homosexuals are pushing to have these laws struck down it has become necessary to further research homosexuality and publish the reasons it should be opposed.

      Homosexuals have brought all this negative attention upon themselves. Had they been satisfied to (a) let the anti-buggery laws stand unchallenged, and (b) quietly continue buggering each other behind closed doors, we’d be none the wiser, and there would be no issue.

      But when they began asking for marriage and adoption “rights” they went too far. This took things to a new level because these things will have consequences. It became necessary to make the facts known.

      Have you read the book HOMOSEXUALITY AND THE POLITICS OF TRUTH, by Dr. Jeffry Satinover, M.D.? Dr. Satinover practiced for over 20 years as a psychiatrist and lectured on same sex issues in several of the world’s largest universities on homosexuality

      The case FOR homosexuality is based on:

      “If it feels good go it.”

      The case AGAINST homosexuality is based on:

      Scientific facts like those Dr. Satinover presents in his book.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill, D.D. International Evangelist.

  11. supporter
    April 29, 2014

    nature laws is male make female pregnant, not male make male pregnant.This world has totally gone mad cause being gay or getting pleasure from the same sex is wrong no other way about that.The PM will have to agree or they will give us a worst virus than Chikungunya.

  12. KEVIN Kelly
    April 29, 2014

    Hi I was going to live in Dominica, not sure now.who gives a s… if a person gay? Get a life

    • i agree
      April 29, 2014

      i agree.. Nobody cares.. so No Laws needed to legitimize this perversion…. By definition Homosexuality is a Perversion. Dictionaries out pls.

    • real possie
      April 30, 2014

      Kevin don’t get your point there are gays in Dominica never heard of one case where any gays was jailed for being gay whatever u do behind yes I say behind doors that should be closed its up to you, to me gay people like to push their ways in your face I am a straight man I don’t walk around on the street kissing my wife but they walk around wanting to do all these stuff in public really don’t want to see that.

    • Anonymous
      April 30, 2014

      You are very intelligent!!! Educate the ignorant ones!!! Haha

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      There are many people in every part of the world who oppose this abomination. The entire population did not vote for this dirtiness. Some politicians introduced it because they practice this abomination and voted for it.
      The MP in the riding where I reside is a Christian. He did not vote for this abomination. I had written to him about it, reminding him he is a Christian and that he should not vote for this abomination. He replied stating he has no intention of doing so and will refrain from voting. Some MP’s did not show up in Parliament the day of the vote.
      Therefore, wherever you reside, the entire population do not approve of it. This will continue until the end of time when God will crush the head of Satan and once again throw him into Hell forever with his followers, never to tempt anyone again. It will be Heaven or Hell for those who deserve it.
      Life is not a one-way street. We cannot force God on you, to believe in him, worship him and pray to him. Why should you and the likes of you force your Sodom and Gomorrah on us and expect our approval? :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:

      • May 6, 2014

        Christians should find out where their M.P.s and all their politicians stand on issues like homosexuality, abortion and
        the legalization of marijuana. Contact them. Ask them outright to declare their positions.

        You can make a difference! If every Christian in the country voted for the candidate that shared Biblical values they could save the nation.

        Many years ago I remember R.C. Bishop Fulton Sheen saying on T.V. “It is better to light one little candle than to curse the darkness.”

        The same applies to voting for a political party. It is irresponsible for a Christian to vote for a party because they like the man or woman, or because they see that maybe one or two planks in that platform could benefit them without taking into consideration the effect the party would have on the moral condition of the nation.

        If we vote for a party that will decriminalize homosexuality, abortion, and marijuana we have only ourselves to blame for the damage these things will do to our society. That will be the world our grandchildren will live in.

        Tomorrow (Wednesday, May 7, 2014) The Journal of Neuroscience will publish studies done by a collaborative effort between Northwestern University’s medical school,
        the Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard Medical School showed young casual marijuana smokers experienced potentially harmful changes to their brains, with the drug altering regions of the mind related to motivation and emotion.

        Senior study author, Dr. Hans Beiter, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Northwestern University said “What we are seeing is changes in people who are 18 to 25 in core brain regions that you never want to fool around with.” The study showed changes in the parts of the brain relating to motivation and emotion in those who smoked from one to seven joints a week. The changes involved volume, shape, and density. The professor said “… these changes may be an early sign of what latter becomes amotivation, where people are not focused on their goals.”

        Those who know these things and care should certainly make their influence felt at election time. We can do little to prevent people from practicing these things behind the scenes. But we can greatly limit and minimise the damage by keeping such things illegal.

        Simply the Truth, you did the right thing by contacting your M.P. Let’s encourage others to do the same

        Light your candle. :idea:

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

        Just this morning I read in

  13. NotInDominica
    April 29, 2014

    First of all NO…You mean to tell me out of all the woman god put on the earth you cant get not one..And is a man bottom you goin behind…All I know it was Adam and Eve…Not Adam and Steve

  14. The Authorities
    April 29, 2014

    “Let he who has not sinned cast the first stone.”

    • May 17, 2014

      I am not casting stones. I am sharing good news.

      I am doing what I was ordained to do years ago when holy men of God laid hands upon me and a servant of God read the words:

      PREACH THE WORD; BE INSTANT IN SEASON AND OUT OF SEASON: REPROVE, REBUKE, EXHORT WITH ALL LONG SUFFERING AND DOCTRINE. FOR THE TIME WILL COME WHEN THEY WILL NOT ENDURE SOUND DOCTRINE; BUT AFTER THEIR OWN LUSTS SHALL THEY HEAP TO THEMSELVES TEACHERS, HAVING ITCHING EARS; AND THEY SHALL TURN WAY THEIR EARS FROM THE TRUTH, AND SHALL BE TURNED UNTO FABLES. BUT WATCH THOU IN ALL THINGS, ENDURE AFFLICTIONS, DO THE WORK OF AN EVANGELIST, AND MAKE FULL PROOF OF THY MINISTRY. (2 Timothy 4:2-5)

      It is what we do :!:

      Preaching the Word means to tell people what God says in the Bible. It means to tell people that when God says something is a sin He will hold them accountable in the day of judgment if they do it.

      Naturally people do not want to be told that thy are sinners and must be saved. The deeper they are entrenched in sin the less they want to be reminded about their condition. But the good news is that God has provided salvation. He has done His part to make it possible for us to get out of the death trap. We have all sinned. But Christ bore the penalty for our sins on the cross. We only have to BELIEVE this and RECEIVE Him as our Savior. When we do God at that moment CANCELS the death penalty and gives us eternal life.

      Please find a Bible and read the following verses.

      Romans 3:10,23, Romans 5:12, John 3:16, Romans 5:6-8,
      1 Corinthians 15:3,4, Ephesians 2:8,9 1 John 5:11-13. St. John 1:11,12, Revelation 3:20.

      I pray that you will believe these precious promises and meet me in heaven.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  15. The Baptiste
    April 29, 2014

    Of all the other issues we have in Dominica like, poverty, hunger, inadequate housing for the poor, one of the worst medical facility in the world, which poses a health challenge, human trafficking, etc., it is this issue that is of urgency to this government.
    Somebody anybody, please tell me when this was third and or fourth sex created, for those who do not believe in creation, when were these two sexes evolved.
    I am aware that there are two sexes, MALE (MAN0 and Female (WOMAN) and each have rights guaranteed under the laws and constitution, not only of Dominica, but of every country that I am aware of, so please tell me what is all this talk and fanfare about gay rights.
    This unnatural, and abomination act by selfish people, who can say and do whatever they want, to which we must all be sensitive, and tolerant; yet one is not allowed to express their views on the matter without incurring the wrath of a minority, that insists it must hold the majority at ransom, so that their behavior which should be limited to their bedrooms and private lives, must be flaunted in public, with total disregard for even children.
    It is even more remarkable, that Biology is taught to children, in which the reproductive system requires not male and male, and/or female and female, but male and female, then we show pictures of two males and a child, or two females and a child.
    Talk about confusing children, what better way to do it?
    To compound this unnatural act, no one can explain why human beings are the only life form that has sex for pleasure, while every other life form is for the purpose of procreation.
    What is more puzzling to me is that every faith that I am aware of is supposedly not in support of homosexuality, yet it proliferates, to the extent where while Christ and prayer has been removed from schools gays is now effectively in class rooms of our most vulnerable. No wonder the world is going to hell in a hand basket, we have lost all sense to morality, of faith, of God and worship.
    May God help us all?

    • Anonymous
      April 29, 2014

      You too quick to blame this government. The government are the ones being taken to task.

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        The same situation occurred in Canada. There was a vote and the majority of politicians voted for it. Even by one vote, they won. That is one more vote than those who opposed it. They are the government. God will take care of them in time.

    • The Third Sex
      April 29, 2014

      Bigots have eyes but cannot see. If a third sex was steering them in the face from the beginning to time they would not see it. Waste of time enemies of human progress – that’s bigots for you.

      • May 15, 2014

        There is no “third” sex.

        “…Have ye not read, that he which made them at he beginning made them male and female?” (Matthew 19:4)

        Let me tell you what happened in Canada after same sex marriage was legalized. Nothing in Dominca is this bad.

        Here in Ontario, Canada, our provincial government told us a while back there were not only two genders, there were six, and they published a list of them. Then they said a person’s gender is NOT determined by his or her anatomy. You are what you think and feel you are.

        What happened then? We had men thinking they were women because they liked men and women thinking they were men because they liked women. Some of them began undergoing a sex change. They’d get part way through the “change” and not know which public washroom to use, men’s or ladies’. Some went into the wrong room and people ganged up and beat the daylights out of them. Now business places are being forced to create a third washroom to accommodate these creatures.

        This is not progress.

        When governments depart from the plan of God as He has
        revealed it in the Holy Scriptures which has worked well for thousands of years they have no idea where the road will lead or the trouble they may be bringing upon themselves.

        If they knew where the road would lead very few Dominicans Dominicans would want to go there.

        At election time know where your candidates stand on these issues and vote intelligently. You can still prevent your beautiful nation from slipping over the edge.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

        .

    • Gary
      April 30, 2014

      Sometimes reason can excuse ignorance, intolerance and even bigotry and that is exactly what you are doing. Have anyone told you nothing in life is to be feared only to be understood,and with understanding, you would be able to fear less, and dispel your intolerance bigotry and ignorance towards other human beings. It should be also be noted that what is moral for you should not be generalized and made applicable to other people.

      You have said something very interreting that i must point out, quote “What is more puzzling to me is that every faith that I am aware of is supposedly not in support of homosexuality, yet it proliferates” Why are you puzzled by that, well isn’t it time for you to wake up and cast away the veil of religion dogma given to you by those so called Faiths. Why do you believe the world is going to hell in a hand basket, saying we have lost all senses to morality, of faith, of God and worship, before you say such thing have you ask your self why such a thing is happening. We are all an expression and manifestation of the divine and it’s very essence is in each and everyone of us. Let us not go from the cradle to the grave without knowing that divine essence in us waiting to be discovered, dogmas and so called Faiths cannot do it for us.

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        You have much to learn to face the facts. Those who practice this immorality are going to Hell if they continue practicing it until death.
        Homosexuality and so-called same sex marriage will not get anyone to Heaven for the devil is in it.
        Faith, religion and dogmas certainly will for God is present in them.

    • outraged
      May 2, 2014

      trust me we are not confused you guys just backwards and that is all. welcome to the 21ts century not everyone believes your creation story and if you don’t want to give us rights we will just marry your daughters and do our thing in private lets face it we make better husbands anyway.

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        Keep it up. You are already on the road that runs smoothly and you will run fast, straight to your eternal destiny with Satan. You will have much to regret.

    • May 9, 2014

      Both homosexuals and heterosexuals already have equal rights: THE RIGHT TO MARRY SOMEBODY OF THE OPPOSITE GENDER :!:

      Once a government goes beyond this and
      grants marriage rights to same sex couples they are creating a potential for disaster. If a same sex “couple” can marry what about a father and his adult daughter? What about a brother and sister? What about polygamy? Who is to say a man can not have any number of wives? If the age of consent can be eliminated who is to say a man could not marry a “minor”?

      There are homosexual organizations fighting to have the age of consent eliminated. One such organization in the States has as its motto “Sex by Eight or it’s too Late.” One homosexual magazine is devoted to promoting pedophilia.
      One mouth they put out a special edition extolling the merits of Man-Boy sex.

      I could give you the names of these operations but I will not be guilty of advertising for them.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

      Because if a government makes an exception for same sex “couples” it then MUST allow for these other arrangements because if it does not it is DISCRIMINATING :!: These other people will sue the government for EQUAL RIGHTS. The civil rights organizations will fight for them the same as they are fighting for the gays. And he UN will eventually support them.

      Once people cross over into the world of same sex relationship they lose their ability to think objectively. They lose their moral compass and the ability to discern right from wrong. This is why homosexuals are more prone to get involved in the grossest of perversions, and the most horrible of crimes – things that are literally off the charts. I am talking now about crime, the details of which are not being published in mainstream media because political correctness, civil rights, and fear of retaliation trump freedom of speech.

  16. gay n proud
    April 29, 2014

    i am gay and proud those of u tht backing shld say first b4 u make ny statements u. all u making all kind of sodomy. digging in pit toilet all u hav woman n all u bulling them. this technology is realky making a change in ppls life style all u dont see the chnge in generation gap. b4 u sit n beat up your self like a ole wash cloth wht possibly cld chnge some1 gay 75% of gay ppl are said to be abused. how did the remaining turn gay???

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      You will not be proud when you stand before God for your judgment. You will hang your head in shame and suffer forever and ever.

  17. Anonymous
    April 29, 2014

    As citizens of African descent who continues to respect the dignity of our CREATION through Adam and Eve as indeed our core spiritual values as Christians of which this nation has pledged under god to accept and honour.
    With core values of respect and dignity of the relationship of man and woman we must always expouse the values of our motto apres bondieu etc—- we are committed to that principle .
    The intention to commit Dominica into accepting the obvious abomination of a man satisfying his sex gratification with another man is not of us ..it is indeed only a very small minority of such persons in our society ..They do this with no concern for procreation in a manner which is contrary to all that is clean and spiritually correct.
    They cannot be allowed to thrust upon us the American and world new age immorality program who have very no regard for the morality of our Christian and cultural principles which has shaped us historically and culturally ..
    this is not for V or Skerritti to thruat upon us ot is a debate for the antion followed by a referfdum on thoid very grave departure for whst is the core belief of Donimiucans that Buggery is aniamaalistic designed for a strnge sex fulfillment contarary to our porrpose as children designed by god fpor procreation ..notdemonsgtafrbly and pureluy an exercise of direct sex gratification onctatry to all the pricilies that we as people hold escared .
    The American and western appooach is designed to force theuir aberrations and strange core values on us in Afica the middle eeast Russia and the rest of cibvilization
    The only respobse Vince Henderson cn give is that the matter will be sdddecided by a referdum or plebiscite of the domincan population ..to do otherwise is to disregard the consensus which is diamerticallay opposed to the desire of the animal insticht to copulte with man and man with total disregard to the provicple of our creator

    • Gary
      April 30, 2014

      Wow, I do not think your truly understand what dignity and respect for creation means regarding your opening statement of your comment. You sound so cliche, it also sounds like someone giving a political lecture. What’s that all about “Christian Values.” It scares the hell out of me when i hear the term “Christian values”, wasn’t it the same term “Christian values” that imposed the inquisition,and created the dark ages, asked the Kalinago people about Christian values and what it did to their Culture. You talk so proudly about your African decent and yet you forgot how Christian values help destroy their culture. Look at what is happening in Uganda right now regarding the Laws being passed against Homosexuality, again, it is the same term “Christian Values” used by evangelist who influenced these Governments and create a Homo phobic society, very sad indeed. I must also mention that religious dogma has done a very good job in giving you a foundation for some of the things you espoused.

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        If you feel so, you better be scared about Christian values for you are not practicing it and stand to be punished eternally.

  18. Anonymous
    April 29, 2014

    This is the American and world government agenda ….Do as I say or pay the consequences …we are after all a government which have accepted Christ officlly as the base if our sproyual value .Our motto APRES bon dieu clearly defines who we are .
    Buggery and the national debate on this cannot be decided by AMbassadors or prime minister it is the will of the people of Dominca ..This frequires a formal debate .. we are children of Afica

  19. George the First
    April 29, 2014

    Folks, even if we remove God from the equation, homosexuality is unnatural. Marriage is an institution designed to perpetuate the human race in utmost fidelity and so them wanting to marry shows how confused and psychologically unbalanced these people are. There is no provision for this behavior in nature, even if you believed in evolution. Think about it. How could a specie survive with no procreation.

    I hear constantly about ‘hypocrites’. If that rule were to be applied then we’re all hypocrites. But does that mean we stop enforcing laws? Does that mean preachers stop preaching, afterall, they’re sinners too. Does that mean you stop being a parent because you fall short in one area? NO!

    Homosexuality is a gross insult to humanity and our place in nature. It violates and disrespects you, your mother, father and siblings… because it pretends to do what it cannot naturally do. The notion of consenting adults or ‘love’ is a smokescreen, because the unpinnings of this behaviour is rooted in infidelity, disobedience, intolerance, hate and self destruction. It has been and continues to be a psychological defect which makes way for potential demonic possession.

    The argument for repealing the ‘ancient’ and ‘archaic’ laws on buggery is another issue that does not hold water. You cannot continue to chip away at the foundations of society without endangering humankind. Some laws need to stand the test of time, else we are doomed to repeat and be punished for the sins of yesterday.

    And the utmost offence… likening the so-called struggles of these people to the Civil Rights struggle is lame and an insult to any race. The color of your skin is not a choice and is not a detriment to humankind.

    This behavior in coming years will prove to be a healthcare disaster. Dominica cannot afford to risk this nightmare and the fallout associated with legitimizing this act. We cannot be fooled, because it only goes downhill from here.

    Dominica should stand up for humanity, for decency, and righteousness… ensuring that our children will be exposed to healthy lifestyles and heterosexual relationships.

    • Zagaya
      April 29, 2014

      Are you for real?

      • George the First
        May 1, 2014

        Yes I’m for real! Righteousness exalts a nation in God’s eyes.

      • May 20, 2014

        You can bet your boots he is real :!:

        What he wrote is the real truth. :idea:

        Homosexuality was a factor in the fall of both the Greek and Roman empires. Those who defend this perversion have not done their homework. :roll:

        In itself homosexuality is an unhealthy lifestyle. But the dark areas it can leads into are even worse. People who cross over into same sex relationships sometimes find themselves involve in a world of incredible darkness, :twisted: violence, and horror.

        It seems to be the homosexual mode of operation to ridicule those who oppose their lifestyle by talking down to them and name calling, by the misuse of words and psychological warfare instead of objectively using scientific facts which are not on their side.

        If homosexuals are happy there would not be so many of them with a drinking problem, or in therapy, or committing suicide.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist

    • Gary
      April 29, 2014

      Wow, you have made such nonsensical general statements regarding Homosexuality.You have also displayed such arrogance and disregard for understanding certain principles using your religious beliefs to give credence to what you believe, some of which is outdated, superstitious and stereotype, very sad indeed.

      Your predictions are so erroneous. You call for some laws to stand a test, but are you willing to have your beliefs stand a test, that is where you must start, examine your beliefs. It is easier to tell a person what life is not, rather than to tell them what it is. A child understands weeds that grow from lack of attention, in a garden. However, it is hard to explain the wild flowers that one gardener calls weeds, and another considers beautiful ground cover.

      • George the First
        May 1, 2014

        You will find that what has held this world together until now is the so-called outdated thinking. Your ways and thoughts will not stand! Yes, that’s arrogance and the assurance of my God! Outdated? You don’t throw out your momma because she is old!

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        There are no good principals, morally and spiritually about homosexuality. I see the world being destroyed by this practice.

    • May 3, 2014

      Well said!

      There is no love – no romance – in homosexuality.

      It is biological. It is animal lust.

      Gay men stroll in the parks looking for another of their own kind to duck into the bushes with. They sit in gay bars hoping to make eye contact with a potential. When it happened one of them gives a hand signal and the two of them head to the washroom. Many times they do not even exchange first names. Sometimes they would not recognize each other if they met on the street the next day. Before somebody tells me this type of thing goes in among heterosexuals as well let me furnish you with the facts. Among heterosexuals it may take place with prostitutes but rarely in the mainstream of men and women. Among homosexuals it is the way of life.

      I had a male friend who was a homosexual and called his condition an affliction. He told me once that not all alcoholics are homosexuals but all homosexuals are alcoholics. Sadly, he contacted AIDS and committed suicide. It was a tragic ending to a promising life. Charles was a healthcare professional with a hospital job.

      Promiscuity is much more common among homosexuals. A multiplicity of partners is the rule rather than the exception. Homosexual monogamous unions tend to be short lived. Studies have shown that there is more infidelity and domestic violence among homosexual live-in partners than among heterosexuals.

      We will do what we can to prevent young people from going down this road. I know of those who have been in the so called gay life but found salvation and deliverance in Jesus Christ.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • May 3, 2014

      Thank you George the First :!:

      Truth is our best defence against this satanic :twisted: invasion.

      I appreciate the well written logic in your comments. You present solid facts in such an objective way that anybody who registers brainwave can understand. I am of the opinion that those who still want to refute us are not honest. However, this is a demon – a powerful spiritual force. I believe Ephesians 5:12,13 applies here.

      It is very difficult for those whose minds have been taken captive to be objective and even more difficult for them to admit the truth when it would mean breaking satan’s hold.

      God is able to set the captives free.

      Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  20. botowa
    April 29, 2014

    DOMINICA is at the cross-roads! It has to choose whether to follow the New World Order that Bush, Clinton, Obama, Blair, Brown and Cameron among other leaders are promoting and let the life-style of ”sodom and gommora” become ”normal” or keep it within the confines of Natuarl and cultural practices that Homo-sexuality Is Not Natural, and therefore illegal and punishable.

    The human rights we have in the west that man can marry man or woman allowed to marry another woman that is Not African and we should not condone it.

    DOMINICA deserves ITS INDEPENDENT RIGHT to charter a course, based on it’s convictions, whether Nature or Religious to make legal and illegal, practices which it deems so, and NOT forced or coerced into making being a homo, cool because Europe and or America, who once considered homosexuality a sin and UN-NATURAL for hundreds or years now says its ”okay to be gay”!

    • No4KingGood
      May 2, 2014

      To those Dominican Genealogists
      I and my family are Dominican, going back hundreds of years. We share a very small African heritage, a small Carib and a large European Heritage. At one stage due to the very low numbers of African slaves,the majority of immigrant Dominicans were European. There was also the Caribs, who helped some African slaves escape and had unions with them. That was the situation in Dominica, a place with a mixed racial character of which the African percentage was extremely low and eventually totally redundant, due to the population interbreeding. It’s only recently, that DA has had any large numbers of “African” migrants. So I find it offensive to categorize myself and large extended Dominican family as “African”,ideologically, racially or aspirationally.
      We must also realise that the Bible,is a book composed by many authors, that has undergone many revisions under different religious “authorities”, with their own agendas. For all I know the Bible as an “authority” on morality, ethics, faith, doctrine etc is writ in sand or blowing in the wind. Using it as precedence for a point of view might be totally erroneous.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Woe to those governments. God is not blind or deaf to them. One day they will pay the eternal price of pushing their immorality on the world.

  21. April 29, 2014

    lets think of the woman at the well, no one could have cast the first stone, because we all are sinners, i love gay people even i dont like their lifestyle, what i hate is men on the downlow, they have their wife and family and having sex with men, that is really disgusting, if you are gay be gay
    or if you are straight be straight, dont cut both ways.

    • The Third Sex
      April 29, 2014

      Once it was disgusting to eat at the same table with a black. ‘Punishably’ disgusting. Be careful of what you have been brainwashed to believe.

      • botowa
        April 30, 2014

        Be more specific once upon a time it was forbidden for white people to sit and eat with people of color.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Some of you use Holy Scripture to prove your point of immorality. It will not work and not with God!
      The woman at the well did not force her immoral principle and lifestyle on others and expect others to approve them and adopt them.

  22. No Man Is God
    April 29, 2014

    All this going back and forth on a sensitive subject such as this one where on the one hand there is care for the discrimination of a people because of their sexual orientation and on the other hand the need for the country to stand its ground against what is morally wrong.
    My 2 cents
    If the world just abided by the 10 commandments that God wrote and handed down to Moses for His people, this discussion among many we would not have been having.

    I’m a firm believer in the word of God and just like it is written that homosexuality is an abomination it is also written that you should not judge. God will decide the fate of each man.

    • The Third Sex
      April 29, 2014

      No man is God but we are all children of God making, us part of the Godness. We are male. We are Female. We are male and female combined, just like our Creator. We are the ones who are truly manifested in His/Her sexual image and likeness. Put that in your peace pipe and smoke it..

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      They are not judging. Some of you do not know the difference in judging and speaking the truth, based on Holy Scripture. If you believe in the Bible, then you should have the sense to comprehend what they stated. They are making a point that homosexuality is a sin. They are judging the act which should never be approved.
      As Our Lord Jesus Christ said, “If they do not speak up even the stones will cry out.” He expects us to speak against this act which also contaminates the minds of little children.
      If you know what is contained in Holy Scripture, the Lord said: “Anyone who causes one of those little ones to sin, it is better that a millstone be hung around his neck and he be thrown into the deep sea.”
      Consider what will occur to them on Judgment Day. In fact, when they die. Christians have a right to speak against it.
      If you feel you have a right to promote this abomination, why not those of us who oppose it?

  23. Concerned
    April 29, 2014

    I don’t think that gays need any right whatsoever. There are so many disadvantages associated with being a homosexual, why would anyone even want to be proud of being gay. That is just sick. God will deal with them.

    • April 30, 2014

      It is indeed an unhealthy lifestyle!

      Homosexuals have a greater number of mental health issues.

      They have higher rates of alcoholism and drug abuse.

      They have a higher suicide rate.
      I myself lost a long time friend. He was an educated
      I myself lost a long time friend. He was an educated
      healthcare professional. When I met him he was married with two young sons. But he began drinking, left his family, and eventually was living in the gay village in Toronto. He contacted AIDS and committed suicide. Anybody who knew how hurt I was when I learned of his death would never say I was homophobic, bias, or filled with hate.

      They have a shorter life span.

      Homosexual men more often than they admit have the embarrassing problem of a torn or infected lining of the rectum caused by buggery or anal sex.

      Homosexuals miss out on the joy and comfort of having a flesh and blood family: children, sons or/daughters in law. These become more important to a person the older they get. Not to mention the fact that in a family based jupon true values of love and being kind one to another family members are there for each other in times of need.

      If a homosexual man lives long enough he stands a chance of facing loneliness in old age. This is because he often does not have ties with parents and peers. Other gay men look for younger partners. He himself looks for a younger man but they do not want to be with him. There is a saying in the gay community that nobody loves you when you are old and gay. This is why senior gays are often found in the gay bars drinking and listening to the deafening music late into the evenings to escape the loneliness and just be near other people.

      Homosexuals are the primary spreaders of AIDS. They are more vulnerable to other sexually transmitted diseases because of the multiplicity of partners. Often a casual encounter will be with somebody they do not know and will not see again.

      Not enough is being done to educate people. But your government is wise to let the laws of Dominica reflect the laws of God when it comes to homosexuality. This lifestyle is definitely NOT what knowledgeable parents want for their children and grand children. It will not contribute the well being your beautiful island in he years to come.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

      .

      • George the First
        May 1, 2014

        Rev Hill,
        You are on point and I appreciate your stand for righteousness. I am a Dominican living in the US and we only need to expose this sin for what it is. Homosexual life is a big lie because folks are lured into a lifestyle that is only meant for their destruction. The devil is a liar and the father of lies and deception! There is a way that looks appealing to man, but the end is that of destruction.

        Be encouraged and keep up the work of God!…. We need to expose this darkness to the light!

      • No4KingGood
        May 2, 2014

        Oui Bondai
        All these could be attributed to the way that their lifestyle,practices are or have been viewed as morally corrupt by their families or societies. Anyone who comes into conflict with “authority”, will always question why the conflict!
        People, have different coping mechanisms. The religious dogma some face, caused them acute anxiety that leads to mental health problems, because an answer is not available.
        Alcohol too is not a solution. The ignorance that pervaded the world regarding Marijuana, is slowly being educated to the benefits. The fact that using something prohibited and illegal, also will cause mental anguish
        I find it strange that a man of the “cloth” is so insular in his bigotry. You need to go out into your community and truly check your fellow human vibes, and stop talking such bollocks and drivel!

      • Gary
        May 2, 2014

        What a morbid mind. It is so sickening to read such nonsense masquerading as facts. Men never do evil so completely and cheerfully as when they do it from religious conviction.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      You are correct. In addition, the sexual organ that they use to perform this act is at risk not only for disease of HIV AIDS for what they do is abnormal. In the end they will have to undergo an operation and will suffer immensely. Ask any doctor.

  24. Toma
    April 29, 2014

    I hope the Prime Minister will stick to his words

  25. Envar
    April 29, 2014

    There should be no arguments about it. it is wrong and that is why people are suing people for implicating them in this dreaded act. It should be know that male is for female and female for male anything other than that is sodomy.

    No law can make anything wrong right. The only legal thing that really destroys lives presently is alcohol and it will remain so for a long time because it is taxed and vatted.

    I truly believe that alot of other commodities should be legalized and taxed, but let buggery and lesbianism remain a private affair still as it will never be accepted by the majority.

    We most personally pursue the affairs of those fighting for re-legislation on that act. Do these people have kids, are they married, are their parents alive and how many lives have they destroyed?……..

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Stating it loud and clear this act is a dangerous one in that those who practice it will not be able to stand before God and say “I did not know” or “No one told me.”
      They do not love God. They love themselves and refuse to change. They do not want to make a sacrifice for God that He might forgive them.
      They are warned that if they do not amend their ways, submit to God, pray and make penance and sacrifice to appease God, you know their eternal lot. It will not be eternal hapopiness for them on that inevitable day. For, among other teachings of Our Lord Jesus Christ, He said: “Be perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect.”
      It is not perfection to be a homosexual, having a relationship with another of the same sex. It is quite abnormal and an abnormal practice.
      God created male and female. He did not create homosexuality. They took it upon themselves to indulge in this type of lifestyle. They want the entire world to endorse their sinfulness? NO WAY! Sorry, tell them to go to Hell!
      This is how angry I am that they want the Dominican government and Dominicans to approve of their immoral actions. Those who do will go with them to Satan’s cauldron of everlasting fire.
      May we, practicing Christians of all not make excuses for them for we too will end up there. We will be severely punished.
      Our Lord said, “Those who know it is a sin and do nothing, they will be severely punished. For to whom much is given, much is expected in return.” This is the Word of the Lord.

  26. jerseydominican
    April 29, 2014

    alot of comments on gays yes we know its a sin for two men or two women to lay together? what about adultery and and the raping of our young children by adults in that island of ours we need to take a stand for it all . just saying

    • But wait
      April 30, 2014

      are rapists, adulterers, fornicators, pedophiles, thieves… seeking rights to engage in their sinful acts???????????????///

      are they trying to convince the world tht their sin in a human right???

      NO. so there’s a thick line between these and those!

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      The topic here pertains to their so-called rights. Some of you can never stick to the topic. You do not deserve an answer for your questions.

  27. side looker
    April 29, 2014

    In Dominica we need to pass a law against gay that gives citizens of the country the rights to police against gay in any way feel suitable,such as beat them ,burn them, stone them or even kill them , BY ANY MEANS NESSCERY we need to get rid of that very contagious disease which is affecting the world and is condole by religion and practice by everyone of there heads

  28. Deleoncourt
    April 29, 2014

    You people keep on wondering why your poor the answer is right in front of you.. backward thinking.. Why is this even still an issue..

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Who brought it up? Since they brought it up, then we must respond and provide our comments. It cannot be ignored. Otherwise it will be considered approval.

  29. Muslim_Always
    April 29, 2014

    Firstly, the Dominican society must stop quoting the bible when it is convenient for them. Many of you want to chastise homosexuality yet fail to address the fornication, adultery and the “players” way of life equally.

    Secondly, if one examines the piece of legislation regarding “buggery” what or who are we punishing? How does one prove buggery? We know fully well we do not have any forensic evidence and how effective is this law in its enforcement? How effective is this law and has it curbed homosexuality in Dominica? If we are enforcing such a law the act should be able to be proven scientifically both to homosexuals and heterosexuals. Yet, we see clearly that this piece of legislation only targets a minority group and this is clear injustice.

    Thirdly, it is clear that the western society has lost the war regarding its suppression of homosexuality; very soon Dominica has no choice but to endorse homosexuality as part of its sexual lifestyle. Sorry people but no matter how many people close their eyes and pray to whatever god they wish nothing will reverse this lifestyle in Dominica. Homosexuality is here to stay whether one likes it or not.

    Lastly, whether one loves or hates homosexuality, the western society has itself to blame for the trends in its sexual practices. When a people chooses secular democracy over divinely revealed scriptures then these are the consequences. In the next decade or two we will hear that pedophiles and bestiality practitioners are “normal” and that they shouldn’t have to hide either. The most we can do as parents is to have a broad mind, understand homosexuality and its dimensions so that we can inform our children about it, when they have an age of discernment they will choose right and wrong. If we threaten our children they will find their mate to practice homosexuality with, if we develop rapport and trust they may open up to us so the choice is ours.

    • George the First
      May 1, 2014

      And you’re a Muslim?

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      You are in no position to inform Dominicans not to quote from the Bible. You are out of place. We have our Bible. Do you not have your Koran?
      Are you not a D/can turned Muslim? You hypocrite and traitor. From what I know, Muslims do not approve of homosexuals and will kill them if they are aware there are such people among them. Your government will prosecute them and send them to a terrible death. Therefore, keep quiet.

  30. tj
    April 28, 2014

    Me think thou protest too much. the loudest opponents are usally involved, Recently DNO carr8ed an ARTICLE of a n adult male having sexual intercours with a thirteen year old, where is the outcry of the righteous . As long as two consenting adults engage in an affair who is it hurting? Sould we stone someone because of adulery?

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      You missed the point. Use your head if it is still sane. If they conducted themselves behind closed doors, in the confines of their house, they surely would not be hurting us who do not reside with them. We would not know about it.
      Since they went public with their intrinsic behaviour and want it legalized, it affects the nation and is the nationals’ business and right to comment and to oppose if they so wish.

  31. Bug Her
    April 28, 2014

    So everything have to be bug her then… all you want to bug the UN now…lol :lol: :lol: :lol:

  32. Be Real
    April 28, 2014

    Everybody trying to use one foul act to justify another, all sins are sins, no one is more right than the others. In the end only GOD can judge the perpetrators.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      You are so wrong! Some of you make some silly comments which are not worth posting for they make no sense.
      There is always right and there is always wrong. Right and wrong; right from wrong and vice versa.
      There is God and there is Satan. There is the Law of God and there is the temptation of his enemy, the enemy of our souls. How can you state that no one is more right than others? You would like to believe that to hide and justify your sinfulness but you are wrong, wrong, wrong!
      Homosexuals are wrong due to their lifestyle and want the nation to approve of them.
      Those who oppose their evil behaviour and their expectation of the government and of the nation are right, right, right!

  33. bigsexy
    April 28, 2014

    So dont rastafari take the state to the UN for the right to smoke freely?

  34. dominica
    April 28, 2014

    So my people if in new era leaders of the world want to make gay rights a human rights. i hope they are ready to make planting of ganja what GOD created a human right too. these people are just trying to start a new revolution so we can fight each other. man buggery is biblical wrong. eve was made for Adam and Adam for eve.

  35. sdcg
    April 28, 2014

    the hygiene of homosexuality?

  36. just asking
    April 28, 2014

    Currently 29 states in the us have banned same sex marriages. I wonder if there are also some human rights concerns there?

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Left to Obama, all of them would legislate it. Some have done so and they withdrew it.

  37. NO SUCH THING
    April 28, 2014

    NO such thing as Gay right, Gay is wrong!!!

  38. !!!!
    April 28, 2014

    Dominicans have always been tolerant and accommodating to gays…Why do they want to invoke hostility now by lobbying against the wishes of the majority of Dominicans?

    • nyc
      April 28, 2014

      When did one percent become majority?lol

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      @!!!! An individual decision DO NOT consist of RIGHTS as THEY want it to be. That is a PERSONAL DECISION, what RIGHTS are THEY seeking?

      “Dominicans have always been tolerant and accommodating to gays…”Why do they want to invoke hostility now by lobbying against the wishes of the majority of Dominicans?”

      “Tolerant” (is a strong word) and accommodating” is that not enough? When you say “the wishes of the “majority” of Dominicans?” Are the majority of Dominicans now GAY?

      I, CERTAINLY, AM NOT ONE IN THE MAJORITY.

  39. love I
    April 28, 2014

    We must be careful how we judge…:Judge not and ye shall not be judged”….WE are ALL Sinners, some way or the other…..Let God be the judge of all……and let us pray for all…..God is God of Mercy and Compassion…

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      A lot of people use that scripture as a licence to encourage sin. In fact, throughout the Bible we are called upon to discourage sin and to use our judgement. This particular scripture refers to assuming condemnation to Hell. However if a person persists in sin, the Bible is very clear on what will happen. It is also very clear that homosexuality is a sin.

      • April 30, 2014

        When we tell people what the Bible (the law of God) says about homosexuality it is not US who are judging. When we warn them that God says homosexuals who do not repent will be lost and outside the kingdom of God for ever it is not US who are judging. We are simply tell them what God says.

        It is the same as a lawyer or a police officer telling people that a certain act is a crime and if they commit that act they could go to jail. The lawyer or the police officer is not the judge. But he or she has studied the law and is qualified to tell us what the law says. It is their duty to warn us.

        God is the judge. We will stand before Him. He will hand down the verdict if we are guilty. He will pronounce the sentence.

        As an evangelist I have studied and been trained to do
        what a lawyer or police officer would do and that is to tell people what the law of God says. It is my duty to warn them of the possible consequences if they brake His law. But then I can go further. I can tell them the good news that God says if they will plead guilty and repent before the judgment day – if they will receive Christ as their personal Savior – they will be forgiven. This is called the gospel!

        Please check out 1 Corinthians 15:1, Romans 1:16, Ephesians 2:8,9, 1 John 5:11-12,13, Revelation 3:20.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      I agree, “Judge not and ye shall not be judged” and yes, “WE are ALL Sinners”, but SIN is NOT at ISSUE here. The ISSUE is that these people are asking for RIGHTS. They have rights, as INDIVIDUAL CITIZENS.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Do you have any sense at all? The point here is not judging but that they want to be recognized, saying they have rights and this abomination to be legalized.
      Homosexuals do not have any more rights than other Dominicans. They should never be granted this so-called rights.

  40. April 28, 2014

    Praying for my Dominica.God is watching and he will have the last say.I have no problem with how these people wanna live their lifes,Just dnt force it down people throats.

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      My sentiments exactly.

    • Dominican Queen
      April 29, 2014

      Amen, Amen Amen!!!

  41. April 28, 2014

    Personally, I think its disgusting that two men having sex, but I respect their right to do what they want

    • April 30, 2014

      Sorry, but I do not!

      They do not have a “right” to rebel against God, the God who created them, The God who holds their breath in the palm of His hand.

      They do not have a “right” to violate His holy laws.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      In their homes; not in public and expect the public to approve them.

  42. Surething
    April 28, 2014

    Someone please enlighten me. We are ALWAYS debating about homosexuals, and hating on them at the same time as quoting GOD’s name. What I want to know is, why not the same outcry and hate for those who molest and sexually abuse our young innocent children who have no voices for themselves. Let’s start getting angry about this, let’s spend the same time and effort to write and speak out about such acts. Let’s save our island by first saving our innocent young, and leave the adults to get on with their private sexuality. It’s time to speak up for better causes.

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      Kudos.

    • April 30, 2014

      You cannot clean up one mess and leave the other. There are laws in Dominica against homosexuality AND sexually molesting and abusing children. If you know of a child being sexually abused you should report it to the police. They will certainly deal with it if they have the necessary evidence.

      Not all homosexuals abuse children. But the percentage of pedophilia among homosexuals is much higher than among heterosexuals . Only about 3 or 4 percent of the population is homosexual. But this smaller percentage commit a disproportionate percentage of the crimes. This is because one homosexual offender will assault a larger number of children and often abuse one child many times again and again.

      Homosexual organization are known to lobby to have the age of consent lowered and sometimes to have it eliminated. It is homosexual organizations that do this. One of their organizations had a slogan that said, SEX BY EIGHT OR IT IS TOO LATE. A homosexual organization in the States publishes an official magazine. One month they put out a special edition extolling the joys of man-boy sex, and promoting pedophilia in general.

      I could give you the names of these organization, their addresses, and the name of this magazine which I have in my office. But I simply will not advertise for these filthy creeps or be responsible for helping anybody be able to contact them.

      This is why you need the laws against both homosexuality and the sexual abuse of children. Both have at their core a heart filled with rebellion against God and disrespect for marriage and family . Both feed each other.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • May 15, 2014

      There are other sins and abominations. Why should there be such a fuss about homosexuality and why should some of us focus upon it?

      One reason is because a homosexual is more apt to abuse a child than a heterosexual. I have seen stats that bare this out. However, there is no need to see the paper work. Just look at the Catholic church. Most of their priests are heterosexuals. Yes, occasionally we hear of a heterosexual priest getting sexually involved with a woman or a little girl. But it is the smaller percentage of homosexual priests that have created the major scandals world wide by raping little boys and young men. They have cost the church millions of dollars in fines, pay-outs, and hush money. Parishes have been forced to sell buildings and lands. Some have been driven to the edge of extinction. Again it is the smaller percentage of homosexual priests that are doing this, not the heterosexual priests.

      Another reason is that homosexuals are more likely to become involved in even more serious sexual and other crimes. I have seen online references to studies that indicate that 40% of serial killers are gay. It gets even worse. But out of respect for the good people of the Caribbean I will stop here.

      It will be a good thing if we can discourage people from entering the gay life and help some who are already there to break free.

      There are therapies that treat homosexuality with various degrees of success. Some have been set free through “deliverance” by the authority in Jesus’ name and the power of His blood, followed by strong pastoral counseling.

      This is why we provide information on the subject from a Biblical perspective.

      And this is why deliverance is part some ministries including my own.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  43. tell it like it is
    April 28, 2014

    JAH create man to serve him and procreate. Woman was made for man, not man for man or woman for woman.
    So to all them batty man go read Leviticus and clean up them dirty act.
    In the biblical days they would b stoned to death.

    • smh
      April 29, 2014

      Unless there took up residence in Sodom and Gomorrah

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        You should know that God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah because of this same type of sin – abomination which highly offended him. His wrath is coming upon the earth for this same offense. Wait and see. If they know what is good for them, they would change their ways.

  44. faceup
    April 28, 2014

    Dominicans who don’t like Gays and there ways, don’t come to where its legal… stay in your backward country with your backward mind and your one page mentality… 8-O

  45. Lu-Belle
    April 28, 2014

    A few thoughts on what keeps a place like Dominica down:
    Child abuse, infidelity, lying, stealing, adultery, wife beating, poor education, ignorance, using violence to solve disagreements, alcoholism, lack of ambition, dullness from lack of mental stimulation. Anyone who uses the term “buggery” is living in the dark ages. Get over it and live the best life you can and keep your nose out of peoples business. You want progress … move yourselves forward in your thinking and don’t get stuck in your opinions.

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      You call GAY and LESBIAN wanting RIGHTS, MOVING FORWARD?

      We are really living in the DARK AGES, or are we bringing back the DARK AGES?

    • COILERQ
      April 28, 2014

      Are these listed reasons considered to be progress in other countries? because I somehow feel like we are imitating what we see in ‘developed’ countries.

      • May 5, 2014

        These countries that have decriminalized homosexuality and legalized same sex “marriages” many years ago licensed the manufacture and sale of cigarettes. That was before the studies were done and the research was published. :oops:

        In those days it was “cool” to smoke. Even many doctors smoked. I recall our doctor lighting up in our home. Medical Journals carried cigarette advertising. The only people who spoke against tobacco were born again Christians, especially pastors and evangelists. They didn’t have any science on their side in those days. They quoted scriptures :idea: like Romans 12:1, and 1 Corinthians 6:19,20. They said things like “If God wanted you to smoke he would have made you with a smoke stack on your heads.” :roll:

        Now it is known that 50% of the people who smoke will die from a disease caused by smoking. :cry: It doubles your chance of dying from lung cancer. Governments are now spending a fortune of the tax payers money to prevent people from smoking, and to get those who smoke to quite. But they still license the industry.

        So please don’t tell us of all the big countries that have revoked their laws against homosexuality and legalized same sex “marriage” as if they should be an example for Dominica to follow. These nations don’t have the best record when it comes to good judgment and common sense. Governments :mrgreen: can be stupid, stupid, stupid!

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • Anonymous
      April 29, 2014

      you should call yourself Lu-Cifer instead

    • small boss
      April 29, 2014

      Clearly a LOST SOUL. SAD……..

    • smh
      April 29, 2014

      Poor education? Look in the dictionary. Buggery is…as buggery does. Call it what you think sounds nice to you. but it is still the same thing.

  46. lisad
    April 28, 2014

    Does the law apply to heterosexual adults who consent to anal sex as well or does it specify homosexuals. Also, is the law against anal sex only but homosexuals are free to practice oral sex, fondling and other stuff? I really need some clarification.

    • MiRiDom
      April 28, 2014

      As the Law reads at present, all annal sex is illegal – be it man to man, man to woman, married or not. Oral sex and fondling between same sex couples is considered indecent exposure even if it is done in private and with consent of the participating adults.
      For more information about this please visit the following web address: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9jWzAotgQc

    • Anonymous
      April 29, 2014

      Do use see these heterosexuals and the others you have mentioned fighting for rights and talking about discrimination? NO.

      So called gays are people who are suffering from a form of sexual mental retardation and people are following them instead of seeking help for them. It’s sad.

      All those who support this lifestyle just imagine if your parents had chosen to be gay before they had you. This lifestyle is depriving a generation from having a productive set of professionals in various disciplines eg. doctors because they refuse to multiply and replenish the earth.

  47. -------------
    April 28, 2014

    Why do they insist on having liberty to fling their lifestyle into our faces? Why are they running to the U. N? Are they being persecuted? These people just like noticing.

  48. DBusiness
    April 28, 2014

    We have leaders in place to think ahead and think progressively…i hope they do their job and provide equal rights for all…

    • May 6, 2014

      Equal rights for all :?:

      When it comes to equal rights for all you are applying this to sex. So would it apply to a father and his adult daughter?
      What about a brother and sister? Governments cannot give the “right” to have sex to two men and refuse to give it to these others because the moment they do they are discriminating and violating the “equality” principle!

      Would you apply this “equality” to every other activity or part of life?

      Obviously not :!: There are always boundaries to be observed, and qualifications to be met. People cannot drive a car, fly a plane, or practice medicine or law without a licence. You can’t enter university until you have graduated from high school. Public washrooms have signs on he doors saying MEN and WOMEN.

      A male does not have an equal right to enter a washroom with the WOMEN sign on the door. Not even if he thinks he is a woman! Interestingly, here in Canada since “gay rights” have been legalized this very thing has been happening! One “trans” man went into a ladies’ room. Sadly, people caught him and beat the daylights out of him. Another man sued for his “right” to use the woman’s room, and he wasn’t even in drag. He was simply convinced he was a woman because he liked other men. Some establishments have been forced to install a third washroom to accommodate these people.

      Departing from the plan and purpose of God leads to chaos. “Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female. ? And he said, For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife; And they twain shall be one flesh.” (Matthew 19:4,5)

      Nations that don’t honor God’s order in creation and the sacredness of marriage and get caught up in this equality nonsense get themselves into a legal mess. Holland had a political party that made their main plank (get this!) the elimination of the age of consent! Equal rights for all, even children! The party collapsed before it achieved its goals, thank God.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist. Pastoral Counselor.

  49. hm!
    April 28, 2014

    stupesssss………

  50. Norm
    April 28, 2014

    I say hate the sin not the sinner. Dominica’s position should be equal treatment for all regardless of gender preference etc. What happens in the privacy of people’s homes is not anyone else’s business as long as the laws of the country are not violated. However same sex marriage will not fly in our small island.

  51. interesting
    April 28, 2014

    but if they stay in their private rooms and do their tings nobody have a problem with them….. why they want to repeal laws ? they want to have sex in the opening then ?
    but straight ppl not allowed to have sex in the opening…..
    what is them man problem nuh really…..
    do allu ting in peace and nobody doe checking allu…..

    • giving
      April 28, 2014

      the law says its a crime and even if they are in there room in their own privacy the law can break down their door and send them to jail; do u think that is right? it is not happening yet but the police can choose to do it if they please, because its a crime like killing someone on the law books….. think about people

    • JoJo
      April 28, 2014

      Sex in the opening? What kind of language is that, what kind of opening do you have in mind? Don’t you mean sex in the open or perhaps unisex? Brother be careful what you say, some people may like that yeah, really really like that!

    • giving
      April 29, 2014

      the things is, i don’t think they want rights to come in the public to do their thing but just remember it is a crime according to the laws of Dominica so whether it is in private and law enforcement officer can confirm that is what happening there the gays can be jailed for that on the same level as murder. think about.

  52. Lyn
    April 28, 2014

    You guys are a bunch of hypocrites, you allow men to destroy your young daughters for money, and so many unjustices are going on in dominica but you call it a God fearing country. What a load of BULL!!

    • Eyeballs
      April 28, 2014

      @ Lyn, you and all your find a place to go. We not in that mess. And, you are no longer welcomed to my home. You might corrupt my children. There was always something strange about you

    • May 15, 2014

      Lyn, you need to look at the larger picture of things.

      There are many God fearing people in Dominica.

      There are pastors standing for God and the gospel, with churches that are true lighthouses.

      There is a government that so far has kept laws in place against the grosser sins of immorality and vice. Laws I wish we had in Canada.

      Yes, there is ungodliness. The same is true of every nation. But give God thanks for the good in Dominica. Pray for your leaders. At election time vote for those who stand for godly principles.

      I am praying for Dominica. May God send a devil rebuking, soul saving, life changing, Holy Ghost revival to the Bible believing churches that will stir the nation.

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  53. But wait
    April 28, 2014

    Vince need to tell them that our little population of 70 000 has been stagnant for generations. We need to increase our population in order to achieve development. This bogar business is detrimental to population growth, which is a priority right now. Man and man cannot bring forth a child. The purpose of marriage and sex is for reproduction and therefore insertion of the penis into the rectum is by no means sex and therefore is not sexual activity between adults. A sperm cannot fertilize a grain of lentils () This is nasty on so many levels.

    He should also state that we need to preserve the environment out health and not play with feces.

    Vince take note. we have a strong argument……….

    • lisad
      April 28, 2014

      Strong argument you have here

    • JoJo
      April 28, 2014

      Development you say? We need more people for development? We have surplus people that have no work, some squatting , you calling that development?We have enough people but not enough jobs, that is the problem!

      • john paul
        April 28, 2014

        Ambassador philbert Aaron said ”
        if the UWP were to create 5000 jobs in 3 years ,jobs would be running g after People.
        I am not sure if I like it!As a matter of fact ” I do not like it!

    • roy laville
      April 28, 2014

      No bogar business ..

    • Anonymous
      April 29, 2014

      “A sperm cannot fertilize a grain of lentils” . :lol: :lol: Flat on de ground.

    • But wait
      April 29, 2014

      I don’t see why it was important to remove the last bit of my comment.

      Our country has much more on its priorities list than repealing a law against playing with feces.

    • Anonymous
      April 29, 2014

      @But wait. What rubbish! There are quite likely more Dominicans living abroad than in Dominica. As fast as we make them they go overseas because Dominica’s fragile environment cannot support a large population.

      About your “play with feces” claim, you obviously dont know what you are talking about. Do some unbiased research before you come here spewing rubbish. Are you saying that some male/female intercourse cannot be as dirty as some male/male relationships? Doesn’t cleanliness depend on the parties involved?

  54. Anonymous
    April 28, 2014

    They fight tommy lee now see wht they bringing in the country

  55. Sigh
    April 28, 2014

    I fail to understand why there are people who oppose the repealing of the buggery laws. They are remnants of our colonial past that we ought to be moving beyond. These laws are archaic and serve only to harm. What is the benefit to people that want to law to remain in place? It will NOT magically decrease the incidence of homosexuality in Dominica but merely increase the number of people hiding their true selves.

    I hate comparing homosexuality to the rights movement but the situation of similar. We as a people (black/slaves/etc) were oppressed in the past and were given less status than other races (white). Why now that we have risen do we choose to oppress others minority groups?

    I love Dominica and I can’t see a single negative to repealing the laws. And for those who live by the bible and will throw bible quotes at me like daggers please remember three things:
    1. Love one another as I have loved you. Most religions follow the New Testament which preaches love and acceptance for ALL.
    2. The Pope (for the Catholics here) specifically said who is he to judge others.
    3. Religion and government/laws are not directly tied to each other. Why should homosexuality be outlawed while gambling is allowed? Why should a specific sect of religion be allowed to control our law making? For instance would it be acceptable if we had a strict islam government like Saudi Arabia and the archaic restrictions it places on women?

    So my fellow Dominicans think about this and let’s have a civilized debate moving forward. :-D

  56. Dominica First
    April 28, 2014

    If Skerrit or Lennox think they’re going to make Miridom happy and gay, they must remember the rest of us in the majority and they must tread carefully when it comes to this bugger business. Let us at least follow God’s principles on this one. Maridom and dem need to repent but if not, just stay in their closets, do their little arrangements and decorations and leave us alone. Now they want to kiss, marry and raise kids in our face, they going to UN? In Dominica, we are hypocrites but we religious and Vince better know what he going to say or do at the UN because next election the house of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob will not vote any PM who going to teach our children otherwise.

    • April 28, 2014

      Speaking of hypocrisy, Leviticus also forbids eating shellfish, but strangely no one in Dominica is fervently protesting the lobster special at Sunset Bay. As a matter of law, consenting adults should do what they want. Dominica can be a Christian society without being a theocracy.

      • Padawan
        April 29, 2014

        Tell it like it is Steve! We need a PM like you papa! There is NO place for Religion in this because if we use that logic, we would have to put ALL the laws of the bible in the constitution and our statutes. Now, *that* would be interesting. Red tents, no lobster, pork? (well, that alone would be a huge debate) and we’d definitely have to start rethinking our poly-cotton blends. Moon sot oui!

      • But wait
        April 29, 2014

        All i will say is “Go forth and Multiply!”

        How possible is it for two men or two women to multiply.

      • Dominican Queen
        April 29, 2014

        FYI: The old testament was the law. Jesus Christ can and freed us from the law —- The New Testament!!!! Which is what we live by!!!!!

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        This pertained to the Jews in those days. Our Lord Jesus Christ did not forbid us to eat shellfish or pork.
        As some people say, I go by the Bible and show me where in the Bible – of the New Testament are these instructions.
        If you are a Christian you are obligated to go by the teachings of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
        Our Lord ate fish. Note when he took five fishes, blest them, multiplied them and they were distributed to those who were present. Fish has a scale, similar to a shell.

      • May 5, 2014

        The Old Testament law was for Israel and ended at the cross. (Romans 10:4) (Galatians 3:16)

        See an example of this in Act 10:9-15.

        The Old Testament law forbid homosexuality. However, the New Testament also forbids homosexuality. (Romans 1:27)

        Dominica can choose as a nation to obey or disobey God. If it choses to obey God it must assure that its laws reflect the laws of God in the New Testament for this age. If it choses to disobey God it cannot claim God’s protection whent he time of adversity comes and should not expect it.

        If you reject God He will reject you. It is a matter of equal rights :!:

  57. sabrina casimir
    April 28, 2014

    Everyone chooses the way he or she wants to live their lives, but please not in the public, Let God be the judge,and do not polute our beautiful paradise!!!!!

  58. Ben Haynes Psyd
    April 28, 2014

    Wow, our PM is not going to act because he did not hear anything. Where is common sense in our elected officials? Is Dominica going to be spoilt because there are gays and lesbians living within there borders? Now, we have thieves, robbers, liars, name it. Does God, or will God destroy the country of Dominica because of them? What God wants you and l to do is to mind our own business, to lift up the down trodden, to make peace, and to make life better for all. One thing He does not want us to do is to judge, to condemn, to discriminate against anyone, but to help everyone despite their faults. We may not like Gays and Lesbians but, guess what, we have to live with them all over the world. God made that individual as much as he made that bigot, that , that criminal, name it. What God cannot stand is that hypocrite that calls for God’s condemnation, for calling His name in vain, and for us crucifying people because we do not like what they do. The UN understands the human rights issues of the day. What they hope is that nations respect human rights regardless of how one is afflicted. I may not like you but, l don’t have the right to discriminate against you. We can only hope that our government can exercise common sense and respect every individual regardless of their orientation. The laws must be enforced to protect everyone at every level, and that includes Gays and Lesbians. The criminals on our streets get more protection, and their acts are evil. Two people in their privacy should be given that protection as long as they are not a menace, a problem to the public. The sad fact is however, you and l don’t know who is gay among us. Two men or women are not a problem to you, me, or my children. Who l am afraid off, is the man that will break down my door and kill me. I hope that our UN representative will have common sense, and respect people regardless of their likings, and those that respect the laws of the land

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      If you are educated you should know better and comprehend what this article is all about and why the comments of those who oppose them.

  59. Hmmmmmm
    April 28, 2014

    why do these Gay people insist of going down that road really ? it’s not NATURAL . You cannot have the same right as me a female and other male who want to have children and continue the cycle of life naturally. Have you all ever ask yourselves that question?and you also telling me that God made a mistake by creating male and female ? Don’t you all believe there is a reason for one MALE AND ONE FEMALE IN THE UNIVERSE ? when you read about Noah , he took on the Arch one male one female of all animals and human not two male nor two females . Dam it man .

  60. Pondera
    April 28, 2014

    Be very careful Yoland! Its not ok to be that dogmatic. Think before you speak. These practices are all over you. Secretly in our homes, and even on the pulpit. You have to be relevant to all people. You must have a relationship with a person to bring them the message of grace. Your language simply push them away.

    • Anonymous
      April 28, 2014

      You don’t have to have a relationship with a person to bring them the message of grace. You have to convict them of sin and preach the good news. That’s the way Jesus did it, and it’s the only way that works.

      • May 15, 2014

        Anonymous:

        Simple words, profound truth.

        There is no other right way! It is God by the Holy Spirit who convicts people of their sins, imparts faith, and generates new life within.

        God honors His Word and nothing but His Word. When we preach the old fashioned gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-4) (Romans 1:16) (Galatians 1:8,9) God does the rest.

        Hearts are changed. (Hebrews 10:16) Lives are transformed. (2 Corinthians 5:17)

        Churches that don’t preach the gospel have to bring in something to entertain the people. Even if they draw crowds they are not delivering people from her sinful ways. They are not making getting people ready for heaven.

        It is too late to play church.

        Tell it like it is. No tricks. No gimmicks.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

    • Simply the Truth
      May 3, 2014

      Pandora’s box. You are wrong and giving wrong advice. Keep that to yourself and your mentality. The truth must be told. Do not suppress it and also others. God is taking note of your words.

  61. Bad DA
    April 28, 2014

    well I don’t have a prob with gays but they should keep there sex life in the privacy of there homes and that it not on the streets. so make the law so that they can do whatever they want in the privacy of there homes but keep it out of the streets, but things like them getting married, adopting children and hug up on street making love nah don’t think so. we should give them a feet not a yard, they are people too!

    • smh
      April 29, 2014

      That’s the problem. when you give them that foot they’re going to want the whole leg. Next year they will say they want marital rights. that’s how they operate. They take that leg an inch at a time.

    • May 15, 2014

      The Word of God alone determines what is sin.

      Sin is sin whether it is committed in a bedroom behind a closed door, in an alley, on a street corner, or on the deck of a cruise ship in full view of a mixed audience on shore!

      This mentality that says it’s O.K. as long as nobody sees us and we don’t get caught is plain out stupid! It is not even what we teach our children, and we have adults talking that way?

      The question is not “Does it offend the viewers?”

      The question is “Does it offend a Holy God?”

      Please stop this foolishness about how it doesn’t harm anybody if it is done in private. “There is nothing hidden that will not be revealed.. (The Bible) Sin is a God issue not a social issue.

      Nations that want God’s protection and blessings must have rulers that honor God and give them laws that avoid offending the great Creator. Some nations have literally taken themselves out from under God’s protection. It is a dangerous time in history to do that. So what if some people don’t agree with anti – buggery laws and such like? That is their problem. I travel in an international ministry. When I visit another country I have to obey the laws of that nation . What if I don’t agree with one of their laws? Does it not apply to me because I don’t like it? Of course not! I can’t believe there are people so foolish!

      Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  62. Anonymous
    April 28, 2014

    The fact of the matter is, there is a growing population of gays in Dominica. and repealing it is basically accepting it. Yes you dont like to think of the content of their relationship, then why do you. frankly its none of anyones business. Just like racism, dismissing gays can also be viewed as a form of discrimination. Why should it matter?. No need to get offensive. Also, at the end of the day those that are gay are still going to hold their heads up high, hold hand and express their love. Yes maybe not in public. But you cant criminalize something thats only human nature.

    • giving
      April 29, 2014

      Well Said

    • May 6, 2014

      The problem is homosexuality is not human nature.
      It is a perversion – a twist – a sin against nature.
      Please read Romans 1:26,27.

      The very fact that neither men nor women have the anatomy to have sexual intercourse with their own gender tells us it is not natural.

      Added to this is the fact that two men or two women cannot reproduce tells us it is not natural.

      If it was natural homosexuals would not have higher rates or mental health issues, alcoholism, and suicide. They would not have the higher rate of AIDS and be the main spreaders of the HIV virus .

      To say it is natural is cruel because this would mean they cannot change. The first step toward change is to confess that homosexuality is a sin. Confess it to God (1 John 1:9),
      and accept His forgiveness for it, along with other sins in one’s life based on the fact that “…the blood o Jesus Christ (God’s) Son cleanseth us from all sin.” 1

      • May 6, 2014

        Rev. Donald Hill (Continued…

        (1 John 1:7) It takes time to break free from something as deeply ingrained as homosexuality especially if it has been practiced over a long period of time. Pastoral counseling and/or deliverance may be indicated. These services are available in some evangelical full gospel churches. It should be part of every God called, God anointed ministry.

        It is a well kept secret but the good news is homosexuals can be delivered from this evil bondage. Regardless of what some in the gay community will tell you there are former homosexuals who are now married and have children of their own.

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist.

  63. Anonymous
    April 28, 2014

    That must be a joke

  64. Jay
    April 28, 2014

    According to the United Nations office in Geneva (www.unog.ch) our High commissioner in London, H.E. Francine Baron is also the “Chief of the permanent Mission of the Commonwealth of Dominica to the United Nations Office and other International Organisations in Geneva”.
    If that is so why would our Ambassador at the U.N. in New York address this issue in Geneva, when this appears to be Francine Baron’s responsibility? What is going on? Are they trying to spare the Lady having to tackle such a sensitive subject?

  65. Anonymous
    April 28, 2014

    :-?

  66. Anonymous
    April 28, 2014

    Man …if you want behind your closed door and private space but please don’t you spoil my beautiful Dominica with you filthy way of life with your boogary repealing off the book! Goshhhhh !!!!

    • Bogoroy
      April 28, 2014

      Who is more destructive to Dominica….the consenting adults in the privacy of their space or the heartless adult who spends time in the privacy of his space wrapping cocaine, hashish, and illegal drugs?

      Frankly, man and man have been bulling since the beginning of time and i am yet to see how their private actions have had that significant an environmental impact.

      • Hmm
        April 28, 2014

        Let them keep their abominable act private then. Those who are not happy and gay have rights also.

      • But wait
        April 28, 2014

        Ok Bogaroy.

      • RastarMarn
        April 28, 2014

        Garcon you must not have been following the Albino Story man,,,

        According to the Story most if not all dem Greeks such as Herodotus, Plato, Xenophon, Athenaeus and many others were partaking in that filth,,,

        Look at how they left this realm: philosophers and Historians are still con-fused as to where mista dem got they Know-ledge, from, and the little they allegedly left have one nationality Dominating all other Nationalities,,,

        So to Answer “Bogoroy” this realm appears to be getting from Bad to worst as the Men at the Helm who appear to be condoning the concepts of Homosexuality are causing more destruction than protection of the little peoples,,,

        The concept of Man-On-man and wombman-on-wombman is not natural, take 50 gay men and 50 gay women and put them on a quarantined place where they cannot have any intercourse between man and wombman lets see how long that generation will last,,,

      • Gary
        April 29, 2014

        To RastarMarn

        Your Last paragraph written in such jargon shows such ignorance on your part regarding the matter it also shows how little you understand the principles governing human nature. Homosexuality is not a threat to the extinction of the human race, that is such a nonsensical idea. I could also suggest to you what if we put 50 heterosexual couples who are infertile in quarantine where they could have sex their generation would not last also.

        Homosexuality is not about a threat to our generation but our understanding regarding the nature of the human being. Do you really think that if buggery laws are repealed it is going to affect your life.

  67. karla
    April 28, 2014

    buggry buggery bugggerry :evil:

  68. Yoland Jno Jules
    April 28, 2014

    Not in Dominica never. two men or two women is ABOMINATION not SEX ,God condemn that filthy act long time the UN should spend their time doing other things all they are concerned about is those filthy nasty Gays and lesbians God said if a man lies with a man like he lies with a woman he must surely be but to death. the UN cannot change God’s word.

    • budman
      April 28, 2014

      Yoland what did God say about the fornicators? remind me.

    • Bogoroy
      April 28, 2014

      God also spoke against adultery, fornication, drunkennesss, theft, coveting what belongs to your neighbour, etc Have you conveniently forgotten this or have the laws of your god changed recently?

      This hypocritical talk of what “God says” has no place in this debate if your god’s laws change based on who is talking about what.

      BTW, why does a heterosexual male fear gays so much? Ever pondered on this question, Yolande Jno. Jules? Think of it. I have a theory of my own. :wink: :mrgreen:

      • Coralie
        April 28, 2014

        @Bogoroy, that is precisely why adultery is a crime and that’s why it is a basis for divorce between two married people; drunkenness in a public place is also a crime, fornication between an adult and a child is a crime, theft is a crime, coveting your neighbors belongings usually leads to theft, robbery and burglary, which are all crimes, just like buggery in a public place, so WHAT ARE YOU GETTING AT?
        The Almighty God says, “the ways of man is not the ways of God.” Don’t go astray from His word. Our beautiful island cannot survive without His blessings, se sa ou tan!!

      • Anonymous
        April 29, 2014

        They are still on record as being wrong even though we may get away with it. Same as homosexuality.

      • budman
        April 29, 2014

        @Coralie,I noticed that you were trying to pull a fast one by limiting fornication between adult and child in your discourse. However i am not going to let you get away with that. what about fornication between adults? speak on that one.

      • hmmmmmmm
        April 30, 2014

        remind me of anyone who’s requesting laws for the sins u mentioned. anyone committing dem is never proud of it cause trust me GOd gave us a conscience and we knw VERY well its wrong. thats the difference. Ive never seen anyone, any group, or nation fight for right to fornicate, commit adultery etc.
        THATS THE DIFFERENCE PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

      • May 15, 2014

        “Why :idea: does a heterosexual male fear gays so much?”

        A question like this shows how void of reasonable content the “gay” cause actually is. :oops:

        Gays and their sympathizers toss the word “homophobic” around as if it was a disease straight people get. There are many different “phobias”. A phobia is an irrational or unreason able fear of something. People who oppose homosexuality do so for moral or medical reasons, :-o not because they fear homosexuals. I have never met a homosexual I was afraid of. For example I worked in the security industry. I was the supervisor :-| :-? (with uniformed guards working under me) at the national headquarters of a large company in Canada during a long and vicious strike. I was also a licensed private investigator.
        (P.I.) 8) People who know me laugh :lol: when somebody implies that I am afraid of homosexuals.

        Those who defend homosexuality do not have science or logic on heir side. They cannot be objective. This is why they talk down to their opponents. The inappropriate abuse of words (like homophobic) and psychological warfare (like intimidating) are the only resources they have. 8-O

        However, winning an argument is not important to me. All that matters is that people hear the gospel and turn from their sins to a loving God who will forgive them and set them free. :-o

        Sincerely, Rev. Donald Hill. International Evangelist. :lol:

    • giving
      April 28, 2014

      although i agree with you on the point of what the Bible said about that but remember also God condemn many things and we still do them and they are no different sin than that one.
      just remember everyone is suppose to give god his glory for the things he has done for us, so lets do just that and those who are not doing it may just follow and lets not point fingers.

    • dat
      April 28, 2014

      Yoland please let God be their judge. Everybody entitle to live the life they choose too.

      • Simply the Truth
        May 3, 2014

        On condition that they keep it behind closed doors and do not bother people with their intrinsic evil behaviour. They deserve that normal people turn their backs on them and not even look at them.

  69. FORKIT
    April 28, 2014

    should be miridom

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