Taiwan off the books for UWP

UWP leader Lennox Linton
UWP leader Lennox Linton

A United Workers Pary (UWP) government will maintain diplomatic relationship with the People’s Republic of China as the idea of reverting to Taiwan is not being considered at this time, according to the party’s leader, Lennox Linton.

At the same time Linton said there will be a paradigm shift in the UWP’s foreign policy which will focus on transparency.

“The concerns that we had about some of those diplomatic engagements are that they are not based on the national interest,” he told a press conference on Tuesday. “They come out of certain personal arrangement the people have formed and they are used for the benefit of the personal arrangements.”

Dominica maintained a 21-year relationship with Taiwan until March 23, 2004 when prime minister, Roosevelt Skerrit, severed ties and established relations with China.

Since then China has embarked on a number of projects in Dominica including the E.O Leblanc Highway, the Windsor Park Sports Stadium, the new Dominica State College, the State House, among others.

When asked whether a UWP government would revert to Taiwan, Linton stated the idea is not under consideration at this time.

“At the moment that is not under consideration … right now I am saying to you, there is no consideration of that,” he stated.

According to Linton, the situation that exists between China and Taiwan some 10 years ago is not the same today and there is no need to reconsider the island’s foreign policy on that particular matter.

“The dollar diplomacy that took place back maybe ten years ago no longer exist,” he noted. “There is no pressing need for the reconsideration of the foreign policy of Dominica in so far as it concerns relationship with mainland China. When we take the government we will have a diplomatic relationship with China.”

He however pointed out the success and longevity of a diplomatic relations will depend on mutual interest. “How well it is serving us, how well it is serving China,” Linton pointed out. “So couple years down the road China may decide ‘we don’t want to have diplomatic relationship with you for this or that reason..”

The UWP leader also expressed concerns that there is no resident Dominican ambassador in Beijing. “Ask Mr. Skerrit, of all the importance of China to Dominica, why is it we do not have an ambassador in Beijing?” he asked.

He noted that there was an ambassador in the Chinese capital “in controversial circumstances four years ago.” “Is that gentleman still operating? Is he still controlling the diplomatic affairs of Dominica in Beijing undercover? What is going on? We don’t know,” he said.

Linton pointed out that it is for reasons like this, the UWP’s foreign policy will focus on transparency.

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131 Comments

  1. diva
    October 31, 2013

    Don’t matter uwp u have my vote who vex lost

  2. Anonymous
    October 31, 2013

    My apologies DNO I saw my commentbut you all still don’t post most of my comments though.

  3. From GrandFond
    October 31, 2013

    Dr Fontaine, no matter what you have my vote for The Grand Fond constituency…..However I can not say that for the rest of your Team mates…No DOUBT you are the answer for The EAST….However Dr you are on the wrong TEAM Dr.

    • I'M NOT A PRIME MISTAKE!!!
      August 12, 2017

      From Grand Fond,instead giving a thumbs down, i’ll rather ask you which is the right team and why :?:

  4. I'mWondering
    October 31, 2013

    I do not see anything wrong with maintaining diplomatic ties.
    the issue seems to be the hypocrisy behind those words.

    Prior to today – China was the most communist state and we seemed to have been heading towards a communist state because of our actions which seems embedded in being friends with China.

    Now all of a sudden, we will sell our souls and work with the communist countries which we detest.

    that makes no sense. It was better that they said nothing at all and did not blame the relationship with China/ venezuela or Cuba.

    now it looks liek they are eating their own shit.

    Dominica has always been DEMOCRATIC. Dominicans enjoy democracy to its fullest extent – so all the talk about communism was just bullwash.

    Anyways ….. flip flopping says a whole lot about one’s personality

    • Friend
      October 31, 2013

      Given the indebtedness of Dominica to the countries you mentioned, how is it possible for any government after this administration to severe ties with China – whether they approve of the countries management style? ITS IMPOSSIBLE!

    • Deported
      August 12, 2017

      People can change their minds when they have received information to cause them to do so. When you know better you do better.

    • I'M NOT A PRIME MISTAKE!!!
      August 12, 2017

      I’m Wondering,stop wondering! Did you check the date the statement was made :?: I’ve never heard the UWP or this present leader made those statements that you are accusing him of! We need to be objective and correct in our criticisms and don’t allow our dislikes and blind allegiance to another prevents us from thinking straight! :?:

  5. Weather Channel
    October 31, 2013

    Lennox knows very well that foreign relationship is based on personality and personal relationship and personal friendship.

    Lennox knows that personal relationships/friendships cannot be duplicated hence the relationships that PM has with China cannot be duplicated so he is at the losing end of the baton even before he open his mouth.

    So Lennox you will fail…China is Taiwan’s life line and you will fail because China will not treat you amicably based on your past outburst on China and Taiwan has nothing to offer you.

    So the Weather Forecast on Lennox so far is Cloudy, dreary and dark with a few thunderstorm in the model.

    • Anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      ay lass, don’t be stuck on stupidity… you think China worry about who is P.M…. of where Dominica??? haven’t u realised the leader of China has never visited Dominica.. only reps they send… their ambassador to Us is probably a lower level guy as far as rank… don’t be stuck on foolish…

  6. LisaWhite-MsDominica
    October 31, 2013

    Lennox Linton is the man is the next PM of Dominica. Say whatever you want. Remember 13 years go when he interviewed the current PM who was some minister of youth affairs. Watch and see the roles shift. This man is destining to make great postive changes in the nature island. mark my words. who vex get the stepping…WHOSSSS

  7. me too..
    October 31, 2013

    The UWP is stuck with China because of the loans we owe them on and all what we dont even know about thats in the MOU..All you people think Linton stupid, this man is a brain very wise man a leader and strategist. He will restructure our dealings with China so that all Dominicans can prosper, IF NOT THEN THERE ARE OPTIONS..LINTON IS NOT THE ISSUE SKERRIT IS!!!we cant work on Chinese project, cant compete with them in our own country because of tax cuts and benefits they got from SKERRIT..DUMMY IN CANS ARE THEREFORE SECOND CLASS CITIZENS IN THEIR OWN COUNTRY THX TO SKERRIT.all u think linton going to act prematurely hahahaha in mean come labourites..we in a mess and thats a fact so he hv to see exactly what we in before he break tie jack spratSSSSS. AGAIN THE MAN IS A BRAIN NOT ROSEVELT SKERRIT. CHANGE IS COMING AND ALL IS WELCOME TO BE PART OF THAT CHANGE ITS A MUST.

    • HMMM..
      October 31, 2013

      I support that true say.. he has to investigate the matter find the facts before he acts… that the right way.

      • Anonymous
        October 31, 2013

        flip flopper

  8. Massacre
    October 31, 2013

    The UWP Team is a breath of fresh air and we Dominicans should be happy that those men and women have answered the call to put Dominica back into the competitive bussiness world.
    On the other hand, DLp is a One Man party who takes no advise form his Pal Reps and treat them with public disrespect.I know some of them and it is out of shame that they are still pretending to be on the DLP ticket.
    Soon UWP will be the Gov’t in charge.

  9. Reader
    October 30, 2013

    I am clear on the fact that Medard went the wrong way. A product of the 70’s is no substitute for DA’s problems.A kid who was in diapers during the nd of the Black power era can never be equipped to rule unless the population is so dumb.
    No uneducated youth can understand politics.Enough on this character. Now we have this crusader LL who threw stones at all who was opposed to ConEdiso in the 90’s turn politician or was he all along? He wants to keep the Chinese economic dominance of DA alive. He was once accused and accepted on air he almost became a passport agent.If am nuts I do not want to be sane.DA is screwed and Skerrit asking us to come serve ! Give me /us a break.Skerrit or LL or Astaphan we will remain in the diaspora.No thanks.

  10. October 30, 2013

    Linton made a good point, I’m not a UWP supporter, if he had said something negative on China you guys would have wrote same negative comments, I haven’t decide whom am gonna vote for next general election, Mr.Linlon made a good point, not only criticise you as I said before Mr. Linton do not only criticise we need to know your agenda for Dominica, and you start doing what I thought before great.

  11. MySay
    October 30, 2013

    So,
    Would a Linton Led Government be Blasted by Alleyne and the Regular callers on Q95 for dealing with “the vile, Dictatorial, Communist China”
    Would PM Linton have to apologise to the Chinese Government for the nasty things which he has said over the years about them?
    . . . But then again what option would Linton have but to maintain the relationship with China? . . . Taiwan?
    It’s likely, that the Taiwanese, like other nations worldwide, wish they can get on Mainland China’s good side.

  12. Peeping Tom
    October 30, 2013

    And the circus continues!

  13. Eagle-Eye
    October 30, 2013

    Roosevelt Skerrit had the foresight to establish diplomatic relations with china when everyone else were bashing the Chinese, including our own UWP opposition. As a result, Dominica has benefited more from our relations with China than our neighbouring islands who decided then to stick with the taiwanese and only recently saw the folly of their ways. The Chinese people already know that they already have a true friend in Roosevelt Skerrit and would be more inclined to continue investing in our economy under a Skerrit led Labour government than a Lennox Linton UWP Government. I don’t think the Chinese would trust Lennox as far as they can throw him. UWP’s critism of the Chinese is very well documented so i don’t think the Chinese would fall for the pally pally verbals spewing out of the mouth of lennox and his gang. :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:

  14. grandma
    October 30, 2013

    I hope Linton can win the marigot seat because neither Lennox nor Marigot people know each other

    • _______________
      October 30, 2013

      This is where Skerrit promised to go to ensure that Linton loses his deposit. but alas,SKERRIT LIES TO PEOPLE LIKE YOU, caught up with him again. You must remind him about that!

    • Kay
      October 31, 2013

      He will ,hands down We do know him.

  15. those who have eyes
    October 30, 2013

    why are dominicans so daft and foolish? SKERRIT has PUT dominica into the concrete and hard place where it is… even if he would like to move out of it… we are in soo much debt as it is… and over the years the point of the opposition to china is how SkERRT is using the relationship to benefit him.. and not our people. i know you all are stupid, so i shall use an analogy.. dominica is Tom, and Tom owes money from a ruthless thugster loan shark.. when he pulls out from the loan shark.. lets see what will happen to Tom if he dont pay off his debts.. foolish dominicans.. thumbs up to you mr linton.. very good answer on the matter, only wicked dominicans would try to spin it..

    • ah ha
      October 30, 2013

      really? thats the angle yu guys coming from? So all suddenly we are not communist again for dealing with China, we are just forced and if we didnt owe china (like every other country) UWP woul revert to Taiwan because they are nicer *chinese* that we wouldnt have to pay back?

      Really?

      • October 30, 2013

        What to say please you all giys if he had mention negative stuff on China you would have wrote the same comment, I haven’t decide which party I’m gonna vote next general election, I like Linton fused so far.

      • Toomatoe Tomato
        October 31, 2013

        Is it true Taiwan don’t want to deal with them anymore? But after they demonize China why would China want to deal with them either. Dominicans a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. We not giving up what we have for other people pipe dreams. We sticking with Labour.

      • Ron
        October 31, 2013

        Two words… MIND BENDING!!

    • Here we go Again
      October 30, 2013

      But the person who is calling Dominican stupid and foolish is a UWP….anytime you are a uwp you are not suppose to call anyone stupid or foolish….do you know why?

      Ask lennox

      Because he is stupid a novice

    • octo
      October 31, 2013

      I take it that you are a Dominican. Then, if you are, by your blog, I consider to be also “daft and foolish”

    • Anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      So why doe your party wants to continue what the PM has started..
      Stupppess..

      • Anonymous
        October 31, 2013

        aha… we will make recommendations and better negotiating on future endeavours…

  16. Anonymous
    October 30, 2013

    Them man not easy

  17. ^
    October 30, 2013

    That’s why I call LINTON A BRILLIANT man. Agree with you all the way. No need to change at all.

    • Peeping Tom
      October 30, 2013

      :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

    • Toomatoe Tomato
      October 31, 2013

      Exactly to the no need to change. If things are to remain the same, why change from Labour to UWP. We staying with Labour. We know what we have with Labour. It ain’t broken no need to fix it.

    • wonderwoman
      October 31, 2013

      We in Dominica always settle for mediocre, Linton is not brilliant,he speaks well enough and is articulate, but those attributes does not make him brilliant by any stretch of the imagination. Please, we are so easily satisfied and love to praise and congratulate ourselves.

  18. wisdom
    October 30, 2013

    People
    No one government can fix every issue for all the peopl in one or multiple sittings of power, infact history will prove that its limited posterity of power is marked with natural disasters global financial crisis indecision climatic change like global warning and so forth. The immediate solutions is to keep great visions before the poulation so that at election time, the people elect a democratic body to serve thier country. having said that, it is in the interest of the general public to recognize the legitimacy of their goverment at work,

    • Papa Dom
      October 31, 2013

      Intellectual mobo jumbo! In other words let the opposition bring out ideas but when comes to vote, vote labour.

  19. blind bat
    October 30, 2013

    Sir would Chins cease being a communist nation if UWP is elected into office? I recall the names that you called China and it is strange that your party would want to have anything to do with China. You not real bro, you are already confusing me? return to your talk shop please.

    • blind bat
      October 30, 2013

      correction: Sir would china

    • Anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      I was about to make that comment..
      I thought that the PM was dealing with communism countries..
      Who are they think they are fooling?
      If they win which they won’t the Chinese will pack and live and invest somewhere else.
      What would become of Dominica?

  20. Ditto
    October 30, 2013

    seems like u want a villa and a 4 million dollar house too

  21. nep
    October 30, 2013

    let’s hear what blessing got to say about going with china lol. To all of those who think its not about linton and its for country and china not interested in our politics I can agree to that, but these were the same set criticizing everything we got from china, does it really make sense you want to eat from the same pot of broth talking about transparency, my foot my brother in this day and age all man looking for themselves. Times have changed, our forefathers mentality is no longer traditional. And if we are biblical people we going to read it from the book of the master controller who is God almighty. One thing I have realised is that Politics will not change the way we live, our heart towards each other must be changed. When Linton and dem go n sit in the white house you think they will know us I glad, govt. come they go is d same thing. We must go back to love your neighbour as yourself and community spirit, that will make us a better people. Because in truth and in fact we are the govt. not skerrit n PM to be Linton. LOL !!!! it too amazing.

  22. tatay picken
    October 30, 2013

    what happen to the Taiwanese flag that was in Cork street. It will be in Marigot I guess

  23. Anonymous
    October 30, 2013

    China does not care who is prime minister of a country I. Order to do business with. We must open our minds in dominica. We only need a government that will not steal the money China gives us. Well said Mr. Linton.

  24. %
    October 30, 2013

    LINTON BROTHER, HONESTLY I am highly impressed with your leadership of the UWP thus far! HURRAY! HURRAY! HURRAY! You seem to be a focused politician with everything it takes to remove this poor and impoverished country from the morass, that the Skerrit cabal has plunged it into.
    TRUST ME YOU ARE ALREADY 2013 “”””MAN OF THE YEAR””””.
    Hope the soon to be position of Prime Minister of waitikubuli won’t change you, in terms of your HONESTY, INTEGRITY,YOUR WELL CULTURED PERSONALITY, and the other good tenets of life which you hold so close to your chest!
    I HAVE NOT REGRETTED ONE INCH, abandoning this LABOUR PARTY UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF SKERRIT, and giving unflinching support to the UWP. This is even more accentuated with a man like you as leader.
    Workersssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

    • Anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      Are you kidding me?

  25. My constituency dyin
    October 30, 2013

    Every Dominican is convinced in his heart, even the laborites, that under our present government, Dominicans have benefitted very little economically from our diplomatic relations with China, and for sure there is economic benefit available for us. China is focused on establishing its international relationships around the world, and this present government is fortunate to be in power at this time, when not only China but also Venezuela has had an open pocket policy with Caribbean countries. The Chinese have done important structural work in Dominica, but because of poor leadership and negotiations, no sustainable investment has been established here. A stadium, good, state college, good, road rehab, good, state house, not a priority but its there so lets say good. But these structures have to be maintained. Our people did not work on these projects, they were just installed by Chinese workers, while we stand aside and look.
    Venezuela money, where did it go? how many jobs created, where are the sustainable investments that we now need to repay Venezuela all these millions of dollars form an unemployed economy.
    In my opinion, any past government of Dominica would have done better than this, and I look forward to Mister Linton getting his turn at the wheels, and I frankly expect better since I cannot imagine a worse display of progressive governance than what this government has shown us in the past 13 years.

  26. Grand Bay Girl
    October 30, 2013

    I thought Prime Minister Linton was going to ‘sispan’ the Chinese now he going to maintain
    ties with them. lol

    • ?
      October 30, 2013

      He won’t sispan them, he will ask them to employ you on the projects that they will be delivering to us. ISN’T THAT GREAT?
      That’s why so many people wants him as our PM.

      • Anonymous
        October 30, 2013

        And your saying that when he asks they MUST say yes? Or you saying the the present government didn’t ask?

        smh…. you people too easily fooled!

      • mac
        October 31, 2013

        that’s why I want him to get into office for all you including me to cry back for a change…….

      • Grand Bay Girl
        October 31, 2013

        But if it was so bad for Skerrit to associate with
        the Chinese why is it good for Linton to associate with them. already get a job man lol

    • anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      when is he ever going to have this title?

  27. coocoomayuck
    October 30, 2013

    yal UWPites were blasting skerrit an his chinesse now yall leader chose to remain with them now yall saying good decision …mae’ ah zor lay nor???

    • ?
      October 30, 2013

      I would stop supporting him if he had done otherwise. However he has to use his great negotiating skills and that of the rest of his cabinet to see to it that people like you get employed on projects that they will be delivering to the country.

      • Toomatoe Tomato
        October 31, 2013

        What negotiating skills when he tells us over and over again he has sent out numerous applications and he could not get any response far less a job.

        Would we be crazy enough to risk our country to a person like that? How would he negotiate on our behalf and get any results?

        He is the one who told us that over and over again.

  28. coocoomayuck
    October 30, 2013

    i want to hear wat blessings have to say about that on q95

    • _______________
      October 30, 2013

      What can he say other than to commend Linton on his visionary move? BLESSINGS IS A VERY WISE MAN, AND A DOMINICAN PATRIOT. I am afraid you are not!

      • Really!
        October 30, 2013

        How comes its a visionary move?! It’s just a dream of piggybacking off The PM Skerritt and the Labour Party Government!! Lennox and the UWPites had so much negative things to say about the Chinese, now they are singing a different tune. There is going to be a lot more of back peddling. The UWP caused Dominicans to hate the Chinese mow they are singing a different tune. Wapapa!!

      • Peeping Tom
        October 30, 2013

        LoL!

      • Anonymous
        October 31, 2013

        What visionary move? Skerrit doing it, is a problem, but Lennox plan on continuing from what Skerrit has started, it’s good……Stupes!

  29. the sage
    October 30, 2013

    Keep your friends close, but keep your enemies closer. 8)

  30. %
    October 30, 2013

    LINTON honestly brother, you have been an inspiration! From the time you have emerged as the leader of the UWP, you have had an almost impeccable record 98.99999999999% in doing things RIGHT.The way you have answered hard questions,your leadership thus far in terms of telling your supporters WE WILL NOT DEMONSTRATE AGAINST THIS PRESIDENT, since I don’t want my supporters blood to be spilled etc, etc, etc,…You are a focused individual, and you have IMPRESSED.
    When you get on to the throne of PM, after the next election, I know how hard it will be to repair the damages done to WAITIKUBULI, but your tenacity in times of adversity will lead us through.
    I AM HIGHLY IMPRESSED OF YOUR PERFORMANCE IN THE CAPACITY OF LEADER OF THE UWP THUS FAR!!!!!!!!
    WORKERSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

  31. slimmers
    October 30, 2013

    Lennox Linton is jealous of the PM. Mr Skerrit is working. Open ur eyes lennox

  32. Discombobulated
    October 30, 2013

    Better from uwp. It’s about time.

  33. real possie
    October 30, 2013

    Don’t worry Linto u have a lot more crow to eat.

  34. Anonymous
    October 30, 2013

    So if it ain’t broken why fix it. If Linton is not going to get new investors because they have been complaining that everything is wrong with the Government Investors – why would anyone want to change the Government and put those who have been having a problem with everyone. Dominicans don’t have their votes to waste on those who do not want Dominicans to keep reaching the Next Level. We do not want the carrot it is too green and bitter.

  35. Yes Yes
    October 30, 2013

    It is like saying, We will continue with the now Govt. plans. Wow….What a change!!! It is really a must!

  36. halibot
    October 30, 2013

    oh how i feel sorry for those laybarrats who purposefully try hard to be foolish. in the age of enlightenment ignorance is a choice. anyone will know that china cares not who’s in power, blue, red, green or yellow china will work with them

    the issue is, whether the current regime i.e D.L.P is working in the interest of the people… the answer is no… no jobs for locals on projects, no security for our small business ppl… no payment of vat and other taxes by chinese businesses, hence giving them a clear and unfair advantage with the locals….

    Linton has the ball and the bat, he’s bowling and batting at the same time, ya’ll laybarrats simply have to watch him and respect him

    Lennox Linton, the visionary Dominican will be our next Prime Minister… So sit quietly while you at Red Clinic and keep calm…

    • patriot
      October 31, 2013

      Stop being foolish people the Chinese do pay their taxes. Stop spreading propaganda. You guys tend to think that Dominica is in a vacuum. Stop crying down our country. Lets come together to make Dominica Great.We must always think before we talk and stop all the negativity. that is crippling our county.

  37. side looker
    October 30, 2013

    so there is no more problems with the M.O.U

    • ***halibut***
      October 31, 2013

      we will investigate that also… skerrit can hide his copy, but the chinese are required to provide us with a copy….

  38. Domini
    October 30, 2013

    Apparently these Labourites have tried education and had a problem with it, so they have decided to settle for STUPID.I’ll say it again, because these Labourites need to broaden their world view – We are all born ignorant but one must work very hard to remain STUPID.Labourties, please do better than that!!!

    • I'mWondering
      October 31, 2013

      Glad that only educated people seem to eb labourites.

      this is my issue with you Dominicans – very insulting!

      Can’t everyone choose who they want for their politics and not be called names?

      you think you are smart just because your opinion is diferent and in your head right?

      an smart man is always willing to learn – a follish man believes he has learnt everything.

  39. Ben Dover
    October 30, 2013

    That is a good move actually. China is a fast rising superpower and anyone will be a fool not to deal with China.

    Additionally IF the UWP wins the elections, the amount of money in loans Dominica owing China, their hands will be tied. Remember some of projects in Dominica are financed by low interest loans from China (although some are said to be free). So the UWP is basically stuck with China, whether they like it or not.

    • One Love
      October 30, 2013

      I think as a good gesture to a new government the Chinese will actually forgive some of the debt – that will be good for Dominica don’t you think?

  40. looking
    October 30, 2013

    Folks y’all must understand its not a war, its what is best for Dominica. Its not about individuals wining or losing its making our nature isle the best it can be. The important thing is that there should be transparency and accountability.

    • Anonymous
      October 30, 2013

      There has always been Transparency & Accountability at all times.

      • citizen
        October 30, 2013

        you sure about that darling .arent you for getting a few isuues .
        garbage bin baball
        among those that i need not mention are still pending . the very same questions that the oppsition were refused to ask in parliament by the speaker .
        do you call this transparency & accountability .
        i call it democracy which we have a right to question our civil servants .
        but those verry rights were revoked .
        answer this if you dare to .
        change is a must not an option .

      • Dominican Heart
        October 30, 2013

        There has always been transparency and accountability at all times but we Dominicans don’t read and listen to news.

      • bluered
        October 30, 2013

        booooo get a dictionary and find the meaning of those too words and you will know you are wrong

      • Mamize
        October 30, 2013

        When did you return from Mars?

      • Ma John
        October 31, 2013

        @ bluered – pot calling kettle black. Get a dictionary and look up the definitions of: to; two; too, and use them in the right context.

    • just saying
      October 31, 2013

      And the DLP is what is best for Dominica.

  41. Anonymous
    October 30, 2013

    papa met see what lennox doing to try and win the election alas woi china need to tell him we not working with u. want to walk in Skerritt shoe my brother that shoe to big for u

  42. One Love
    October 30, 2013

    So far all the right moves , I like a thinking man; You’ll be hard to beat

    In fact in Dominica’s history of “Party Leaders” you’re the first one who is being treated like a Prime Minister from DAY-ONE.

    And the respect man its unbelievable – everybody wants to know Linton’s perspective on everything – WOW

    • Anonymous
      October 30, 2013

      And i’m the queen of China.

    • %
      October 30, 2013

      I TELL YOU! He id darn good too! REAL PM Material.

    • just saying
      October 31, 2013

      And when he loses the election it will be back to criticizing the Chinese.

  43. papa met!
    October 30, 2013

    hahaha those men confusing themselves. no wonder they act do D*&n childish… look kixs in that place eh

  44. southe east voice
    October 30, 2013

    We Dominicans are to small minded..so many governments world wid mentain deplomatic ties…at the end of the day is for the good of the country..all ther has to be is transparency and accountability…and not 80 Chines and 5 Dominicans on a china funded project.we need some change in dominica right now its high time..

  45. Bigredny
    October 30, 2013

    We will continue with their plan and call it change brilliant. Well done Mr Leader

  46. Doc. Love.
    October 30, 2013

    As a supporter of the UWP, I would advise the leader Mr. Linton to establish a relation if whoever is prepared to build an International Airport and donate two refrigerated boats within two years of being elected to office.

    • Grand Bay Girl
      October 30, 2013

      We going to get Everything .Lennox going to make us rich rich lol

    • me
      October 30, 2013

      So we seeking hand outs now.

    • Themanhimself
      October 30, 2013

      At another level, this is called prostitution.

  47. halibot
    October 30, 2013

    foolish labourites who don’t know anything about diplomacy… who said china was skerrit’s bohpeh… China isn’t interested in our little political nonsense, whoever in power China will work with them… what u need to understand is that, unlike skerrit, Linton won’t rush to judgement and remove china (as skerrit did taiwan)…. Linton will assess the benefits that we’re getting and ensure its in the interest of Dominica, and not personal pockets…

    • linky
      October 30, 2013

      I LIKE THAT ONE

    • .
      October 30, 2013

      so y alu bawling on q95 saying they need to go??? hiii lateh tan

      • HIM
        October 30, 2013

        They don’t need to go anywhere. That’s not what you are hearing either. You are hearing that Dominicans need to be employed on the projects that they the Chinese are delivering to us.

    • me
      October 31, 2013

      You all are speaking from both sides of your mouth.Just cannot be trusted.

  48. mango
    October 30, 2013

    what is so wrong with what the man said.this time around i will not be voting labour i voted free times not this time to much thing going on in this dominica there and because it is our party we dont want to talk

    • mac
      October 31, 2013

      and you wont make a differecence trust me

    • Anonymous
      October 31, 2013

      I will not be voting uwp they don’t have a clue what dey doing.

  49. Bigredny
    October 30, 2013

    Wait a minute? that the plan continue with the DLP plan? So why charge? Just asking? We have no plan so we will use ur plan. Lennox and the UWP need to step aside and let progress continue.

  50. faceup
    October 30, 2013

    China will be funding both the political parties at election time just in case ! :)

    • .
      October 30, 2013

      weee bonjiea ehbeh UWP will bring down rihanna

  51. LIMINGLUCY
    October 30, 2013

    all u see i tell all you all along UWP is just TALK , TALK, TALK…LOL

  52. waps
    October 30, 2013

    I want to voice similar opini vomiton to that of “Is that vomit?” I personally believe in my humble opinion that Linton is some way some how some what Jealous of the Prime Minister and whats to be in power to take revenge of what he believes that skerrit has that he doesn’t. Come on Dominicans and people alike who goes into anything without there being some personal gains whether directly or indirectly i want somebody to answer me on that. OH now he wants to go with china, give me a break!!!! One thing i want from Linton administration is free education because UWI not cheap and in the world of economics my brother nothing is free. My head of UWI can expound on that. Is do the UWP did not do something that is why they are in the yard all now you know,but for the time Skerrit is doing when he stop do linton will come on baord. I cannot understand how man like Prevost and Ron green allow Linton to come and take leadership over them you know. So fellas edo play a dictatorship on all you man, is who he want not who the UWP party wants. I so glad for linton.

    • October 30, 2013

      When ignorance is blis it’s funny to be wise

      • anon
        October 31, 2013

        please get the saying right at least, if you want to criticize. It is “where ignorance is bliss it’s folly to be wise. You were just corrected by a laborrat! ha,ha.

    • HIM
      October 30, 2013

      @ warp Would you as an individual be jealous the Prime Minister?

  53. hmm
    October 30, 2013

    first you say education will be free and you will establish Blue Clinic…now you want to be friends with China…ALL OF A SUDDEN!!! After allu give the man SO much blows!!!!1

    • Me again
      October 30, 2013

      Can’t you read or are you deliberately twisting what Mr Linton said?

    • HIM
      October 30, 2013

      @ hmm Your level of understanding and illiteracy is frightening.

  54. Tanti
    October 30, 2013

    hahahahh. But so long we know you jealous of skerrit. you just want your opportunity to be called “PM” LOL. all the hell yall raise? now you want to maintain the relationship. ahhahahah

    • .
      October 30, 2013

      tell him call a by-election in marigot and he will know who will be PM if they win

      • October 31, 2013

        Try it and you will know the power of my people

  55. Is that Vomit ?
    October 30, 2013

    Wey wey wey !!!!!!!!! you mean Lennox will remain with China if he wins? Is that what I am reading?
    Lennox now I prove you jealous of Skerritt. lennox allyu forget man UWP make about China… it cannot be the same set of cabals.Impossible.
    What transparency? Like the one of Henley and Co ? You are yet to answer the claims being made by Tony, when you do then you can talk about transperency. Until such time you are in the yard brother. Badminded Dominican.

    • LIMINGLUCY
      October 30, 2013

      I agree with you.

    • MAMIE
      October 30, 2013

      Is this country a moron haven? Have to be, must be. Lennox took a sensible and responsible position on an issue and Dominicas saying he is Jealous of Skerrit? If lennox was to be jealous of somebody, would it be Roosevelt? Are you all kidding me?
      Sad nation, sad people, you all will always remain de karkar-rat of the Caribbean.

    • October 30, 2013

      A MIND IS A TERRIBLE THING TO WASTE… I thought the English language was easy to uinderstand but I was wrong.
      Why would Lennox adopt the same attitude towards CHINA that Skerrit had for TAIWAN,and that’s the difference between both men one is for Country and people the other is for Riches and poverty. And do you know what is in the MEMORANDUM of understand that Skerrit signed between DOMINICA and CHINA do you know if we can get out of it?
      I would suggest that you think before you post where is you common sense try to understand what Lennox is saying.

  56. Lol
    October 30, 2013

    Ha ha ha all I do is laugh. Does guys not easy.

    • saviour
      October 30, 2013

      ‘does guys’ only funny thing here is your spelling

  57. me
    October 30, 2013

    So you all are no longer accusing the present government of doing business with communist countries? Tell us are you all following the DLP model since you all great plans are to do everything that the DLP plans on doing?

    • ?
      October 30, 2013

      Are you telling us that this DLP under Skerrit has a Plan?
      In fact i won’t deny you, but many of us do know what sort of plan they have. Surely it’s not one to advance the country.

      • me
        October 31, 2013

        Did you actually say something?

      • Anonymous
        October 31, 2013

        And Linton’s plan will advance the country..right?

  58. 2 CuTe
    October 30, 2013

    waw… thats smart ..best thing i’ve heard since his been elected..

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