Former United Workers Party (UWP) Deputy Leader and MP for the Roseau South Constituency, Joshua Francis has finally responded to comments made by some members of the public that he might abandon ship and cross over to the Dominica Labour Party (DLP).
Francis, who was booted out of the Deputy Leadership position at a UWP delegate’s conference on Sunday, said he is prepared to work with anyone who has the best interest of Dominica in mind.
However, he said he has to consult his constituents first.
Speaking after he lost his position on Sunday, he stated that he is prepared to work with, “anyone who is doing what is right, sound, pure, holy, and good for the interest of Dominica.”
“I have been asked by certain friends as to why should I continue with the United Workers Party. I have been teased with that question,” he said. “It is not something that I have sat to cogitate and contemplate but as time has elapsed culminating in today’s experience then I have to go to my constituency to find out from my constituents what they desire of their political representative. As I said that decision is not left entirely in my hands… And if it’s God’s will that Joshua Francis has to work with the government of Dominica to make our country better, then let it be.”
He noted that it is not something he is thinking of or dreaming of but the decision must be considered by himself, family and the constituency, “with God as our guardian and angel.”
Furthermore, Francis stated that although he is a unifier, ultimately, “I am in politics to make Dominica a better place.”
According to him politics “is not” and “should not be” a selfish pursuit, it is a pursuit to serve not “ourselves as politicians.”
“A good and real political representative take care of his people first then himself,” he noted.
Francis has been embroiled in controversy lately and the delegate’s conference was held to table a motion of no confidence against him.
Joshua, pause for a while; clear your mind; think of what you would have advised a friend who was in your place right now. This is not about you, Joshua; it is about a guy who is rumoured to have acted wrong. And it’s a type of wrong for which good people have no stomach. What if this guy is found guilty in the Court? Is he prepared to take his whole constituency and family down with him? Nah man! Not you, Joshua! Simply step aside, and deal with this matter, and spare the party the energies it will have to expend to keep answering questions about you. Stick with your people; don’t drown with your boots on [like your predecessor]. And DO NOT CROSS THE FLOOR. Cheers!
(According to him politics “is not” and “should not be” a selfish pursuit, it is a pursuit to serve not “ourselves as politicians.”)
My friend Josh, I think you should think more carefully before you speak, as your actions continue to contradict your utterances. By the way I am not a member of the UWP but I voted for you with joy because I bought into your message.
However, you have done great damage to your image-not by the accusations against you but by your reaction to or lack thereof and your fuelling of all the controversies that followed. Many of the persons who may have advised you in that regard, I dare say do not have your best interest at heart.
You would have been better served to follow the example of Mr. Pinard.
By the way m,any of the people who are supporting your actions were calling for the PM to axe Mr. Pinard as parl rep, even if he has no power to do so.
Please take this for what it’s worth.
I WILL REMAIN A VOTER IN ROSEAU SOUTH.
It is very sad that persons are putting Wrong over Right..very sad…many men in Dominica are on the side of wrong and guilt,..because some oh them are abusers of children also….God will set it right..Wait on the Lord for the Lord is righteous
SMH…….look comess Dominica Wii…lord help us!
No, do NOT abandon ship just yet. Any Government is obliged to EVERY citizen and ALL Constituencies under their purview., regardless to the political persuasion of its citizenry. It’s their mandate. Whether you join the Government or NOT they have a responsibility to your constituency and the People of DOMINICA’.
You have to also be cognizant of the competition and rivalry you may face onboard your new vessel.
“Be still and know that I am God!” Be patient Joshua, if you stick to the ‘RIGHT’ then the LORD will raise you up! God is judge of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
The option of going independent always exists, and you can explore that option, but you must have significant resource. Alternatively, “start a new political movement”.
All that being said, Lennox Linton will still NEVER be the PM of Dominica.
skerrit will remain forever and ever and ever amen…..and when he is about to died he will hand Dominica over to one of his sons!!!!! yayyyyyy labour forever…..fools!
Ultimately the courts will settle this matter. Just happy my daughters are sensible adults . My hope is that we all pray for our young children more now than ever. Protect them father I beg.
Mr Linton just gave victory to Skerro next election.. Linton you have disappointed me as a UWP surporter.. Mr Francis tell Mr Linton CHECKMATE, MAKE YOUR SWITCH
Mr Francis, ROLL WITH THE WINNERS BRO , NOT THE LOSSERS…ALL THE UWP MEMBERS ARE SO BROKE like the one living in D.C.
My friend Joshua , it is so sad the way the members of your team has treated you , while i am of the view that should have resigned , allow the Court hearing to go through which i believe you will be victorious , then return gain back your position not only as deputy but perhaps as leader of the UWP you have the ability , and capability to be the leader . Stay strong my Brother but before making any decision that may hunt you tomorrow, take your time , think well then act . By the way if you going across to Labour i won’t be on board with you . This Government is to corrupt !!
It’s so commendable that the leadership of the UWP kept to their words…Evil souls like you are blinded by political HATRED for Honourable Linton,and tend to forget the child that was hurt…I am a UWP supporter,and shall never support DLP but I wont be like those on the other side calling right wrong, and wrong right.. I WOULD EVEN GO FURTHER and dismiss him.
Lennox will never relinquish his rights as UWP Leader. Joshua will be better off with DLP. He is an intelligent person.
You should never call anyone corrupt if you know nothing, have seen nothing and were not present. This is exactly what happened to Lennox and the libel suit.
You hear/read about certain matters and you pick them up, make them your own and repeat them. You do not know if it is true and cannot prove it is true. Learn to comment without utilizing these words.
If you are a Christian, you should not judge and condemn for you will be doing likewise to yourself and two-fold. Generally, some people are dishonest. Have they never deceived anyone at all and in a worst manner? Have respect and cease calling the government corrupt otherwise one day you will pay the price for your words; likewise others who do.
You Shut Up….You evil,Wicked soul with no morality!!! You are rebuked in the name of God!!
Not suprise at all, you gave alot of signals in the pass
francis , you are so right,
A good leader will look for his people first ,and not himself, soooooooo right,
so in other words ,you are sending a message to skeritt, ,that he is not a good leader,
thank you joshuah, thank you, so if you really love good things , then you will never join this labour party , not under reusevelt skeritt, I like that joshuah , I love that,,
What happen? you all afraid that uwp have lose a good man and scare to have him on the labour it train .
So silly! Some of you twist and turn words according to your inept mentality.
fool yourself
You people really serious? People have stepped aside for less than this. For something as stepping out of their marriage with BIG woman, which is different from what this politician has been accused of. It is absolutely disgusting how so-called Christians and supporters of truth and justice do not see that you should not glorify a man and pretend like he can do no wrong? Isn’t that the same thing the labourites do that you find a problem with? I think you guys should have voted labour.
Joshua stop crying . Go Independent because Labour not interest and works throw you out.
No matter where Francis jumps to, no one will trust him. He has severely damaged his integrity and though everyone is innocent until proven guilty by the court, it is his action, meaning the way he dealt with his party after the allegation that has destroyed him and left him tinted. Knowing Dominicans, though Skerrit will welcome him he will not be trusted by any of them. He just needs to resign and allow a bye-election.
You are indeed the perfect idiot. What makes you think that no one will trust Francis? Your mind is narrow; broaden it.
If they do not trust him when he did not steal from them, consider, including yourself, they want God to trust them, to have mercy on them and to forgive them and they cannot trust another, even to the point of judging and condemning?
According to the words and teachings of Our Lord Jesus Christ, “They will obtain none.” This is something to contemplate on.
It is worth reminding the Dominican voting populates that the only way THEY can instigate change in the governing of the country in through the ballot box, and for that to happen a sizable proportion (at least 10%) of the ROCK SOLID Labour voters have to vote for another party, or abstain. So it doesn’t matter the issues within the UWP, while the Labour vote remains immovable, the statue quo remains.
So the best bet for the UWP, is by using the instruments of the constitution, to force the Government to Parliament to answer questions on national importance regarding accountancy and transparency where they may be found wanting and in breach of the constitution and/or breaking of the rule of law.
However the real ‘ace in the hole’ is the long arms of international law agencies, diligently doing their duty by pursuing criminality and corruption where they find it.
For me the issues within the UWP is a distraction and a reflection on the member for Roseau South, and no one else.
While Labor continue to nurture ignorance and dependency and the ignorant remain ignorantly labor.
My Dominican People, the time has come for us to begin a process of forward mobility for all of people by changing our mindset, so to benefit from the blessings we were given by God Almighty, and not by man. A process that will in no way discredit the good that our governments have done, yet, one of identification of the current affairs of the state we now have to live with. To initiate a process of bringing the conscious minded citizens who will genuinely sacrifice their personal agendas for the national good of our people. Finally, one of consolidation with regards to those who posses the knowledge of real solutions to make a significant change, by discontinuing “to nurture ignorance and dependency..,” also sufficient skills and expertise so that proper strategies be put in place to put the power of prosperity back in the hands of our people.
A new wind, and leaders of change are on the horizon, that’s orchestrated by the Almighty.
May God bless our beautiful country,…
So you saying only international agencies can get UWP in office?
Best they end that party. IF you cant even win people’s vote on your own what kind of party are you
Oh my, more than a little different from the speech the MP posted on his FB page. Interesting. Less than 24 hours later, oh my.
the fact of the matter is you were arrested and charged for a matter .. Be honourable out of principle do the right thing and resign ..have lost all respect for u .. we have children that need to be protected and will not support or tolerate these nonsense. so don’t come now with crossing floor and humors against u . Did the Labour Party minister refuse to resign NO …SO Y THE BIG ISSUE WITH U
Protect your children. No one can do this better than you. If you do not assume your responsibilities, how do you expect others to do it for you? Teenagers, considered minors, flaunt themselves all over the place as if they are adults and no one says a thing about that. They have not yet attained adulthood. Consider what could happen to them in the future. You will find out.
Loll
Anthony, that is a stupid notion, have you forgotten it is alleged that Francis has committed a crime.
The ones you refer to as his friends who took him for ride did not influence his mind to put himself into the predicament he created for himself.
Stop the blame shifting:
Where is your commonsense man; are you so hypocrite, blind and bias?
Corruption, of any kind is corruption……… no different to someone who sells a Dominica passport and steals the money!
WTF are you really saying? Can’t you read?
Hypocrite?
man i have work to do.
SMH.
“Deputy Leadership position at a UWP delegate’s conference on Sunday, said he is prepared to work with anyone who has the best interest of Dominica in mind.”
Here is the Dominica problem; This guy is still acting as if he is sum sort of invincible god, in that he fail to recognized that he is accused of a crime,
If he does not know what the outcome of the case will be, how can this man talk about he will work with anyone who has the interest of Dominica in mind?
Again I predict, he is working his way into the Labor Party. It might be too late to consult with your constituency; your problem at the moment is not political, it is about your behavior Francis,
Francisco don’t try to brain wash these Dominican’s who already has no brains. You know very well of politicians who have been convicted of crimes right here in the US who have come back and do well in politics. Josh have not been convicted in court of no crime. I totally agree that Josh should have step down, and let the allegations go through the court process. After all that this is over, if Josh is found not guilty of these allegations, I won’t be surprise to see run as an independent next general election.
In the first place we see more career of politicians ruined in this country, based on mere allegations, we see people like Jackson that is Senator Jessie Jackson Jr., life ruined because he used campaign money donated to him which he used for personal use.
If you do not wish to spread false propaganda, tell me he is not in jail right now or he has already served his sentence and is out, and even his wife who is not a politician also went to jail for using the money for her personal use!
Now that is only one I feel to name, what about the Governor of Chicago who try to sell the vacant seat of Obama after Obama become president, what about the former governor of North Carolina who I believe is in; jail right now: what Rick Perry of Texas talk about him, now I brief you, name one politician who has been convicted in America return and did well.
You can’t because you are liar!
I would be prepare to work with anyone who has Dominica interest at heart. Good wording sir, I new you were good but you are very good. This says it all, let them chock on it. Every school child and a unmarried woman is a minor to me, Yet, they got pregnant whilst at school, given leave to deliver the baby and return to that same school. So you did not start it . Your party treated you badly. Good luck for the future
The most idiotic comment on DNO.You shoul be void of any vestige of morality…You are shameless.
Including yours. Do you think you are more intelligent? Think again!
Stand Tall Mr Francis, consult with your constituency and become an independent you will be in Parliament much longer than Linton or the uwp……
Politically Joshua is a has been a Milly and Venelly politician.
Joshua should focus on preservin his legal profession. Cerainy his actions are not going ti help his profession or career as a young attorney. Lawyes generally do not have public trust and Joshua is currently not helping to change the public perception. He came across as someone trust worthy but alas but as always trust is not an entitlement,we have to earn it. When trust is breeched restoration of trust is very difficult and it takes time. Joshua should working on the restoration of trust rather than his ego.
Joshus Francis sound very much like some we all know very well on land but he can fool some of the people some of the times but not all the time . I’m just sad over the whole matter.
exactly
how my boy contemplating poltical future.
you should be focusing your own future as an individual, father, lawyer, husband
let us say the legal problems go away,
hasnt he broken some ethical code as a lawyer?
my boy stay home and read your bible
Matthew 16:26
DNO, please allow me to post a comment here. My comment has NOTHING to do with the subject matter.
DNO, I am the wife of a Pentecostal pastor in the diaspora. My husband was arrested for allegedly inappropriate behavior against a minor, and though I have not divorced him, I must admit that I am very embarrassed and will NEVER be able to trust him again even if he is a preacher and talks about God. Not only that, but our children cannot trust him either.
Since his behavior contradicted the belief of the Pentecostal church, the leadership of the church gave him sufficient time to resign but he refused to. Well, the church voted him out, and as a result he decided to join the Adventist Church he once criticized and called false. Well, his old Pentecostal members lost trust in him as well as his new Adventist friends, though they welcomed him. In other words, NOBODY trusts him. So please tell me how to deal with this matter
“I must admit that I am very embarrassed and will NEVER be able to trust him again even if he is a preacher and talks about God. Not only that, but our children cannot trust him either.”
If you really mean this, then you already know what you should do.
This guy should keep his views to self this a native issue.
seek GOD,first u forgive him, pray and fast,and ask GOD to show u the way..this is not something to b dealt with in this forum,and the info is way too little to b answered PROPERLY. LET your way of handling this b an example to the children,church and community;stand as a woman of GOD, All of this is part of being a pastor’s wife ,there are a lot of things going around some people are caught and some are not…WE never completely know any body [ including ourselves ] So don’t blame self or anyone GET ON YOUR KNEES GOD MADE THIS WORLD OUT OF NOTHING have a prayerful day
DNO, please allow me to post a comment here. My comment has NOTHING to do with the subject matter
Married woman r u dumb?
It’s similar
Step down good lady, that is the only thing to do. Or are you afraid that without him you will live in penury? If that is the case you will always be a slave in misery and I will pity you.
It is a difficult matter and embarrassing also for you and your children. The best One is, turn to is God in prayer. No matter how many times people sin, He still trusts them and forgives them, once they show they are contrite.
Have you had a serious discussion with your husband about your feeling? Has he been open about his feelings and is he remorseful? Has he asked you for forgiveness?
Forgiveness comes from the heart. You cannot do this alone but only with the help of God. It will take time but you must do your utmost to trust him.
Keep in mind what Our Lord Jesus Christ said, “Unless you forgive from the heart, neither will my Heavenly Father forgive you.”
The fact you do not trust him, it means you have not forgiven him. Therefore, you have to learn to forgive him and to trust him.
If you have separation and divorce in mind, think twice. You have a family. Do not forget, “Take it to the Lord in prayer.” Tell them to do likewise.
As for those Pentecostals who play they are goody-two shoes and sinless, they are a big bunch of hypocrites; not sincere. Many joined that church for fellowship, to meet people and for marriage. Some renounced their Catholic faith to join it. They took short-cuts to the Heart of Our Lord Jesus Christ. In the New Testament He warned of short-cuts, as a thief that jumps over the gate to get into the house.
The Seventh Day Adventists do not recognize Our Lord Jesus Christ. They are another bunch. Since one rejected your husband, he went to another. Now these reject him. Some so-called godly people. This is another set of hypocrites. As the Pentecostals, they do not preach what they know of what is contained in Holy Scripture. These live contradictory lives of what they think they know about God.
Human beings reject people. God does not reject them. Hold on to your marriage with the help of God and try to make it work.
God bless you and assist you.
If Ian was asked to leave due to the same allegations, then how can the Dominica Labor Party accept you?
The very same way they accepted another UWPite years ago just days after the PM had the worst to say about him and his alleged corrupt deeds. As soon as he fell out with the UWP the PM was happy to grab him. That says a lot about what Labour stands for. These people are SHAMELESS!
Mr Francis, we all make mistakes in life ,when you fall get up brush your self and fight against the enemies dog eat dog you know who they are am not calling names good luck.
Joshua Francis just do what Jack Warner did in Trinidad a few years ago. Resign the parliamentary seat and run in a three way race to test your current chances. This is the only possible way for you.
Well well well Mr. Francis!
I really thought you were a breath of fresh air in political leadership for Dominica but alas! You seem well bent on finding glory and fame at all cost hiding behind the pretense that you are for the poor. Really?
What are you going to tell the female cohort of the voting population?
What do you intend to tell the young people who so devotedly voted for you in the last election because of your perceived unquestionable character and humility then?
Bro, the most that you should do is retire from politics and focus on your legal office/career.
As for me, you have convinced me even more to despise ALL POLITICIANS! They are all LIARS AND TRAITORS with no exception.
Such a statement means that he has already crossed over to Labour.
Wait for it!!!
He had made that arrangement to cross months before the incident. I have lost all respect for this guy. He was only waiting for the next parliament. Notice the delay tactics. Don’t know who he and the PM are trying to fool. Ever wondered why he and Ian ended up with the same attorney? Stop the deceit.
My question is why did the delegates feel the need to bout him out? We all know the answer, it’s because of allegations made against him.Now in this article i just read he did not mention or deny the allegations.My people how can this be,did any reporter question him about it.? Those are serious charges and yet still which side the accused will join take precident over the future and safe gaurding of the children of Dominica.
He is a lawyer and knows the legality of it all. He is wise not to mention it. You should know it is before the Court.
This guy is indeed delusional.
Let me break it to you Joshua: your political career is over. You are done!
What if you were told your life is over?
Supporters of the DLP appear to be showing more interest in the Joshua’s fiasco. Those of us who have been listening to Tony and Simeon on Kairi on a daily basis, in particular last Saturday night, should have had a clear indication as to what was expected to happen on Sunday. I have always had a problem with Joshua’s loyalty to the UWP. Remember the famous letter which was read in parliament by Skeritt which was alleged to have come directly to his email from Joshua in error, the leader of the opposition believed Joshua when he said that he had inadvertently sent the email to Skeritt. Remember, when all members of the opposition walked out of the parliament and the only one to have remained in the house was Joshua. At the time he said ,”a good and honest political representative take care of his people first, as far as I am concerned, the people’s business come first.” Does that sound familiar. Do we have a case of a wolf in sheep’s clothing.
You have summed it up correctly. It is sad that some use their seemingly good character to deceive the masses. Can’t believe some Dominicans are so gullible.
People deserve a chance; a second chance. Will you deny him that for a new start? You should not!
The only true way to consult your constituents is through a bye-election not by talking to a few here and there. Before Joshua the UWP has in 2005 and 2009 elections received over a thousand votes. Despite all the hoopla Ambrose George only lost 100 votes in the last election. It is the new voters that all seem to have gone with Joshua . It seems clear that Ambrose was either lazy or overconfident. Are they still with him if he decides as he seems to cross the floor? Only an election can truly determine that. Joshua may have seen that it worked with Julius Timothy and Loreen Bannis who both won with UWP and then crossed the floor so he wants to give it a try. It paid them real good so why not give it a try. Politicians are worthless beings, they tell you that the other side consist of a bunch of scamps and then for personal gain they then cross over to the other side.
It is their prerogative to do so. If they feel there is something better on the other side, why not? Has any DLP crossed the floor to go to UWP? I bet not.
Listen sir;
Do some constructive thinking Mr. Francis-you were taken for a ride by your enemies whom you deem your friends. You were wrong and just show some humility.
All this talk make no sense. Dominicans who seem to forget the situation leading up to all this proves to be socially, culturally, or morally inadequate. In other words “Uncivilized”
Things like this should not be accepted in any civilized society. You were accused and charged and there can be no wrong in your executives asking you to resign as the Deputy leader. You have brought more dirt upon yourself than the party who survived for over 28 years.
He has too much pride. I hope he learns from this.boi d man really embarrassed himself. Jah.smdh
I am a UWP at heart and stand for principle now if we say all wrong is wrong and we had to do our best to get Mr Francis out of the top position then the political leader who have a number of convictions and costing our party and its members so much money should be removed form this position???
the general secretary of the party needs to do the right thing for all
You are wrong! Anyone with a criminal conviction can not sit as a member of parliament, the constitution is clear about that. So mr. Linton can not have any such conviction. Tell me of the convictions you mention, for what, where and when and I will apologize to you.
Rubbish, Rubbish,,,,
go after the bobol government that have we the people and the country in poverty.
I hope in a few weeks you will not be telling me that your new friends DLP are now the RIGHT SOUND HOLY and GOOD people, cause you have said differently not because they are siding your ills
that you will convince me that they are now the best. Conscience my friend keep it if you have it .
UWP; move fast to find another candidate for Roseau South because Josh is gone. Really that ship had sailed a long time ago.
We are all disappointed but it shows you that a day or week in politics is a very long time and anything can happen.
I wish you well Josh in your personal and political life.
Joshua, do not let political opportunists and people who put their own selfish agendas ahead of the betterment of the people of Dominica influence you simply to give Mr. Skerrit more control and further entrench his position. Think clearly and honestly, man!
Joshua, please do not make any hasty decision. In retrospect, you will realise that the sensible move was to step aside from the position w. Politics is not the same thing as jurisprudence. You feel hurt by yesterday’s decision. That’s understandable but please do not allow the hurt to control you. The ultimate goal is to free Dominica from a bad DLP government. You have a role in that, You said God called you into politics. God put you in the fold of the UWP and Team Dominica. This is where you belong. Take a break, be calm and think critically and honestly. Do you really believe joining the DLP is the best thing for you, your supporters and Dominica? You stand to lose alot, including further tarnishing your credibility. I believe there is still hope and a role for y ou on Team Dominica. Let the healing begin and let the voice of justice, righteous and truth (no matter how painful these virtues may impact you right now) guide you to do what is right for you and for…
Look a speech of absolute utter contradictions. But what madness is dis boy.
“Francis, who was booted out of the Deputy Leadership position at a UWP delegate’s conference on Sunday, said he is prepared to work with anyone who has the best interest of Dominica in mind.”
But Joshua, who you now realizing has the best interest of Dominica? Roosevelt Skerrit. Wait nuh, so Joshua, why then were you campaigning against Skerrit? So as of yesterday Sunday, Joshua implying that the current government of Dominica ie Roosevelt Skerrit “MAY” very well have the best interest of Dominica at heart.
This could be very interesting and very, very harmful to the Labour party if Joshua joins them. But then again, the Labour party is viewed by many Dominicans as being one that does not care about values of decency, truth and principles.
Bondieu Dominik nee bon temps wee.
.Irrespective of what you do NEITHER of the two parties will trust you..The labourites who were making you believe that you and not Linton was the UWP leader,has witnessed your demise…You were a weakling easily manipulated loose head,and that has destroyed you!! NEITHER OF THE TWO PARTIES WILL TRUST YOU!! I felt so bad about what zealots of the DLP had to say about you preceeding general election 2014..You were like thrash to them,but you have shown that this is where you belong..
Hold your head up and make the right decision moving forward.
LOL Francis cut the crap and tell the people the truth!
There is only one course for you to take Joshua,resign as the park. Rep and seek re–election.No other course is honourable.
How can you in good faith support the government of Roosevelt Skerrit.
Hahaha, that is a good one, the park rep you call him?! We can make a new constituency for him called Botanical Garden and he can represent that in parliament. No harm will come to the constituents there and nobody will ask him to resign.
Seventeen (17) members of my family and myself who voted for you are awaiting you coming to tell us what you gonna do . Thank God for cellphone, if I didn’t see I would not have believed. Remember Winston Cenac in St. Lucia? Shandel Mall!!!.
I am mulling over the future of sexually abused minors. That is far more important to me than the future of a politician. Thank you.
we doe want u on labour side stay where u be please and thank you……..
The decision is not for you to make.
Dont worry my padna we the labourite will take on our ship and clothes you…..and take good care of you
This man lacks any sort of reason, look around the globe where folks in high office have been under the pressure for actions or motives which bring them in question they resign or step down whatever the case…
but this man seems to have a ego issue…he feels that will crush his hope of being leader and hopefully PM of DA one day…but he should have gone silent step aside quietly and then if he is cleared roar like in Lion again….
But that’s dominica’s issue many lack good common sense and reason, thus Dominica is lagging in all sectors it’s a cultural virus among many here..