Unemployment is not the cause of crime – Savarin

Charles Savarin

Minister for National Security  Charles Savarin has refuted claims that unemployment is the leading cause of crime and other deviant behavior in the Dominican society.

The Minister made this observation when he addressed residents of Tarish Pitt and Gutter at a crime and violence discussion at the Gutter Community Centre on Monday night.

He says while unemployment is a concern, it should not be blamed as being the main reason why people engage in criminal behavior.

The Minister referred to instances where people who are employed have found themselves involved in criminal activities.

“There are a number of reports by the police in recent times of persons who are employed who allegedly stole from their employer. This raises the question as to whether it is unemployment that causes crime because if we are hearing now that people are using the fact that they are employed to commit a crime, then while unemployment is a serious problem one cannot say that it is unemployment that is the main reason for criminal behavior,” the minister remarked.

However, Minister Savarin  believes that one of the main contributors to crime and violence and anti-social behavior in Dominica is drug abuse.

“I believe we have a situation where the young, the not so young and people of a certain age have in recent time taken up this question of using and abusing drugs. These drugs have the capacity to alter behavior, it creates a craving where people feel they must have it and if they don’t have the money to get it they will do anything, steal, fight, to get money to be able to feed their drug habit,” he argued.

Other speakers at Monday’s night’s crime and violence discussion in Gutter included Attorney General Levi Peter, Police Chief Daniel Carbon and Parliamentary Representative for the Roseau North Constituency Hon. Julius Timothy.

Monday’s Crime and Violence Discussion in Gutter is just one of several such forums organized by the Cabinet Sub-Committee where the community at large is engaged on what can be done to address issues of crime and deviant behavior in Dominica.

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89 Comments

  1. October 16, 2012

    im also sying it is not bcozz . evn a prsn who works can rape nd rape is also a crime so unemployment it aint the cos of crime

  2. October 16, 2012

    im aslo sying it is not bcozz whn sm1 raped a prsn… is not becouse the prson aint workng so also rape its crime

  3. Anonymous
    September 26, 2012

    :?: why u didn’t argue with this issue it would have been very gud. :-D :?: :-x :-P :-? 8)

  4. confidence
    September 13, 2012

    Create a scheme whereby Mr Savarin can spend one week or two, with the unemployed, in their house.

    He will get first hand knowledge, of what the unemployed go through. As when there are no jobs,
    no money, no where to turn.

    Life becomes difficult.

  5. September 12, 2012

    I did not read the entire article, and “NO” I didn’t have to. Unemployment is NOT the leading cause of crime and other deviant behavior in Dominica. GREED is the leading cause of crime and other deviant behavior in Dominica, and every other Country, for that matter. People do not have to resort to crime because they are unemployed. I did not.

  6. Anonymous
    September 12, 2012

    your throat cure now – u coming and spew – and I have one word for all what you said Mr. Savarin – ‘utter rubbish’

  7. September 12, 2012

    The cause of crime in Dominica is not a “cause”, but a cultural “style”. Stealing and lying are respected by Peers. Who is good at it, gets the most respect. Or people think it’s clever or funny. Crime, as I see it, has very little to do with not having a job. It’s an activity of choice made by small minded people.

    • 1979
      September 12, 2012

      ohh my goshhhhhhh, you can’t be a local! you must be a fresh set of eyes who has had alot of time to look deep into Dominican society…my friend THAT IS THE TRUTH! this has become a small part of Dominican “CULTURE”. you are spot on!

  8. Jacky chan
    September 12, 2012

    Shouldn’t Charles Saverin be talking about incidents where people are caught driving around with machine guns? Charlo you guys have demonstrated that you are incapable of fixing the economy so if I was in your situation I would schedule a meeting with the police commissioner to demand answers on this gun incident. Why are government guns riding around in the back of civilians vehicles. The government is so selective in fighting crime that they are totally ignorant of the crimes that could threaten the sitting government. Mr Saverin if were you I would be concerned that if citizens are driving around with machine guns that those guns could be used against the government.

  9. non
    September 12, 2012

    well savarin, live for a month on the street, with no way to earn, no one to beg for a dollar.. and we will see what you will do?? when I hear a criminal say that I will believe it….NOT YOU who has his bread well buttered with all the turkey and ham trimmings…

    • non
      September 12, 2012

      I wonder when last you go without a meal…. or had to worry about your bills and how they going to pay..

      man hush your … yer

  10. Balls
    September 12, 2012

    How to help unemployed youths today? :?: Sports…

  11. Yam Babawolais
    September 12, 2012

    In Some ways I agree with Charlo eh. Sicko Secko wasn’t poor; Easy Door making millions ; they lie about their French passport and they were not poor ( getting into office by fraud is a crime too), There was the Garbage Bin fraud and they were not poor ; the tax evasion on land deals is a crime against the state and they were not poor either; The existing injunction that preventing Inland revenue from filing tax fraud charges against a certain big business place is certainly worthy of recognition – that business place and owner no where close to poverty.
    So Charlo know what he talking about

    • drake
      September 12, 2012

      That is so true Yam

  12. Deleoncourt
    September 12, 2012

    !! even if you are employed you maybe underemployed which means that you got your degree from the state college but work as a cashier at the 711.. low wages being unemployed or underemployed does in fact contribute to criminal activity any icepop seller knows that

  13. anonymous
    September 12, 2012

    if its not unemployment sir then what is the problem?

  14. yes i
    September 12, 2012

    Boss, I always liked you. But today there you just upset me with your nonsense talk. Where your commonsense go to. Of course Unemployment is a major factor in crime rise. So many studies show this. Better you just stay quiet or go at your home and rest. Or even better – give me the money they paying you each month and sit down by the road unemployed with nothing to eat and then tell me if you will not be thinking of going into drugs or volleying money or food. Sakway Sot!!!

  15. natural dominican
    September 12, 2012

    mr minister…are you trying to turn the public eye from the pressures unemployment in d/a…unemployment leads to stress/depression; which leads to drug abuse/crime…as for the employed criminals as you say: there are people in d/a still making $5/hr or less; nuff said…silly rabbit tricks are for kids

  16. Donald Royer
    September 12, 2012

    Unemployment is not the sole part of crime but it certainly contributes to it . Especially if it is high. That is a no brainer !

  17. love in the air
    September 12, 2012

    Charlie is a minster in the ministry, charlie you know i want the ring nah nah nah nah i want to MARRYYY. She marry charlie she marry charlie. I remember that calypso that make road match.

  18. ending world
    September 12, 2012

    DNO am 100% Dominican and i have a right to my opinion i got family back home ok!!and some minister coming and talk rubbish when i post he stupid you all did not post my comment and somebody else… ”captain obvious” commented using the same word stupid and you all posted that person comment.Tell me are you all making sense let me me tell you all something it is the same stupid in case you all don’t know there is no other, just in case one of you all did not go to school learn something new today. You don’t have to post this one,at lease i know you read it. I will repeat am Dominican and i have my RIGHTS especially when i see something is wrong.

  19. Captain Obvious
    September 12, 2012

    Stupid man is stupid… its obviously the main cause.

  20. Orisha
    September 12, 2012

    Sir, no disrespect. But I think you should consider resigning after making a comment like this.

  21. ROSEAU VALLEY
    September 12, 2012

    Did Charlo study sociology or criminology while he served an ambassador under the Freedom Party or did he not flunked his law studies while on tax payers money in Europe?

    Anyway, as I was unable to seek professional advice on the matter from the respected criminologist and sociologist from the Trafalgar/Roseau Valley born Dr. Peter K.B. St. Jean, I thought I would consult the opinion of the experts on the subject before accepting or rejecting the Savarin doctrine on the causal relationship between unemployment and crime.

    I note that as per a study conducted by Dr. M. Brenner in 1979, “high unemployment can cause social problems such as crime and if people have less disposable income than before, it is very likely that crime will result.” I have also noted the findings of other qualified sociologists, who concluded that high levels of unemployment can be a cause of civil unrest and in some cases actually lead to civil unrest and socio-political revolutions, particularly against totalitarianism or dictatorship. Even the rise of Hitler to power in the 1930’s and World War II have been attributed to a situation of high unemployment and poor economic conditions in Germany at the time.

    Therefore, I have concluded that Mr. Savarin analysis is only partially correct as rising unemployment is known to be a cause of crime and perhaps more importantly, a key guarantor of electoral defeat for any government that oversees such an economy

  22. All rope have an end
    September 12, 2012

    Well as our leader said: we have to continue feeding the cow… So no matter how much crime goes on and how many people unable to find work, and how many people have to suck it up and go to the ‘Red Clinic’ every week; we just need to continue feeding the cow. So they will continue getting fatter and we continue getting poorer. Good job to you guys, keep it up! We as Dominicans will continue to leave you in office because we refuse to face the truth, while being distracted by the daily politicking. Don’t worry, all rope have an end…

  23. zam daplacee
    September 11, 2012

    This Minister of National Security is just evading the issue of rising crime rate in Dominica! What are the crime fighting plans does he have for Dominica? A National Security Minister with no experience issues to me will cause National insecurity! This speech by the minister is just one of political security and not facing the reality that there is an unemployment, loitering, drug abuse, and illiteracy or al literacy issues in Dominica! Minister of National Security stop securing your ministerial position and start securing the Nation! Go and dooo your work for the money you receive monthly! Use the voice given you to chant down ills like you did in the 70’s! Children of the 70’s are looking at you!

    • 1979
      September 12, 2012

      HAHAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAH he doe know DAT!

      Children of the 70′s are looking at you!

      we are listening TOOOOO

  24. living aboard
    September 11, 2012

    Charlie let me tell you what to do with your time go get another job something that suit you because this one sure don’t; and in your spare time go ring the wedding bells at six in the morning so we can make another Calypso.

  25. ROSEAU VALLEY
    September 11, 2012

    I am happy to hear from Charlo. Glad that he is finding his voice. Who knows, he will soon start speaking for the President of Dominica. I cannot wait to hear of his return to the Upper Level program on KairiFM.

    Minister Savarin may be unto something here. We need to look a little deeper into his statement. He is correct that while unemployment is not the sole or may not the primary cause of crime in Dominica, it is definitely a significant contributor to criminal behaviour. There really is no argument about that.

    But Mr. Savarin is correct that in Dominica today there are a number of reports by the police, the IPO, the media, the courts and the general public of prominent persons in high offices, who steal from their partners in business, who cheat the state from what is due to it on transactions, who finance the drug trade, who have more than 44 counts of theft against them, and who embezzle funds from their employer. Even the Prime Minister has pleaded the defense of self-incrimination, fearful of incriminating himself in a purely constitutional matter and indeed he is gainfully employed- though illegally as the head of government in Dominica.

    As long as a distinction is made between the commission of petty crimes and the white collar crimes, then it is clear that there is a very strong correlation between unemployment and crime. Other contributing factors include:
    -breakdown of the moral fabric of society (schools, families, churches and even our parliament), which results in a lack of respect for the laws of the land;
    -the ineffectiveness of law enforcement and the court system;
    -corruption, lust for power and greed. Even though gainfully employed greedy men/women want more power and wealth.

    But let’s not get excited- we all know that Mr. Savarin’s views are chameleon-like and changes rapidly in time and place. Given a new reality, Charlo’s views may well change again, albeit time is running out for him and there is no more room to maneuver another change.

  26. September 11, 2012

    I believe the minister is making that comment with a full stomach he dont know what it is to be hungry

  27. jax
    September 11, 2012

    Unemployment not the cause, well it sure doesn’t help.

    • me
      September 12, 2012

      what planet is this man from,experts all over the world link unemployment with anti social behaviour but one of our great ,almighty leaders knows better,its this type of bull and self delousion that keeps our country backwards and its pepole puppets to the politicians

  28. linky
    September 11, 2012

    that one is alive he said or he wrote it.

  29. thinker
    September 11, 2012

    Unemployment=poverty – poverty = What? A next meal on the table magically.

  30. Citizen K
    September 11, 2012

    high rate of unemployment is always a cause of increase in crimes. WHo are we kidding here. Look at the number of graduates with nothing to do. Everywhere you check, not hiring. So what do they do, they resort to selling drugs and stealing. Unless these are not considered crimes or pathway to bigger crimes.

    What is the definition of crime may I ask. Sometimes when i read some news items coming from Dominica I feel that my educators have failed me.

  31. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    where is the hope for the current 30 year old drug addict with no job skill in Dominica?…there is none…he or she will continue to live a life of crime..there is no other choice….college graduates have a hard time much less…..

    in America if there was no welfare system for the poor ..crime would equal johannesburg Africa..i am 1000% sure

  32. Anthony P. Ismael
    September 11, 2012

    So the Hon. Minister used a few exceptions of employees stealing from their employers to make the baseless argument that, there is no correlation between high unemployment rates and crime in Dominica.
    This is very sad. I am unable to comment any further.

    • Magweh sah..mwen de
      September 11, 2012

      Ismael, these are my sentiments exactly. I just decided to read other views because I was sure someone would capture this. I am really beginning to believe these officials think that there are only dummies in Dominica. Awa! Magweh Sah! We are not that gullible and unlearned.

    • Nac Vibes
      September 12, 2012

      So next election use your vote.

  33. Dominican in antigua
    September 11, 2012

    Your so right. what do you know about not having are JOB mr.chater box your and somemany more are geting pay for just chating in dom-in-cans head all day all night thats just what you have to say to the ones that love give me. or yes mr.but like all thing its just for are time i dont know how maney people in dominica that can eat or pay there bill by driving or walking on the nice road i know i can. Dont think am not happy for the good road am very happy to have them. but please please find the fishing line for the young people of dominica to do there own fishing and stop giving them one one fish to eat i know some of them love it so years all thay keep saying is so it is in D/A

  34. crony
    September 11, 2012

    Budman why dont you look for the studies yourself?Are you like those parasites who like to feed off others?

  35. Mackowell
    September 11, 2012

    i not surprised by savarin’s comments… but what do you expect from a man who has to protect his bread…??? Unemployment has been established as a major cause of crime globally, dominica not on that planet, it must have been moved elsewhere.

    savarin, uttering is reminiscent of the 40 days strike when CRIME was rampant but it was all in the name of democracy… now the same boat he sank he trying to bail out, or is it the same boat or a different boat using the same name.

    the CRIME situation in dominica is soaring and regretably there is no cure in the near or distant future siince unemployment continues to rise, underemployment remains rampant and the employed must engage in the drug trade to live a middle income lifestyle… just ask the school principals, nurses, hoteliers, car rental operators, investment promotions officials et al. they all know them selves, i even hear the gulf back operational but savarinwant to say unemployment and underemployment not root causes of crime… savarin think we still in 1975, magway say… the clock still ticking, if you remember :lol:

  36. me1
    September 11, 2012

    OK mister Savrin, unemplyment is not the reason for all the crimes, we all know that, anyone in their right mind can figure that out. Now what is the unemplyment in Dominica, I figure it is anywhere between 25-30% or maybe even higher. Whwn people do not have anything to do and get fraustrated cannot support their familes, their might just be a dasheen plantation across the river thats going to be havested by someone thats not the owner. If the owner meet that person, tell me whats going to happen (two crimes). Now tell me what caused that. That is just one point and I could go on and on but will not since you can see where i am gooing with that.
    So I would say a BROKEN JUDICIAL SYSTEM and and high unemployment is the cause of more than 90% of the crime on Dominica.

  37. Huckle B
    September 11, 2012

    Mr. Savarin, whilst I agree with your point that even the employed are stealing from their employers, this stems from the Ministers and those in higher positions in the land who also steal. These influencial figures steal and live big which has enticed the ordinary man in their ordinary job to try and do the same thing.

    The rise in crime is not due to Drug abuse as you say but the high unemployment rate. This high unemployment rate has driven some to SUPPLY drugs NOT ABUSE drugs.

    I think you should go back to the drawing board. Your theory is not sound.

  38. Frenz
    September 11, 2012

    And Peeping Tom Says!!!!!! we don’t have an unemployment problem in Dominica.
    Observer say!!!!!! Charlo is always right

  39. ya kill me si!!!
    September 11, 2012

    yes it is mr. saverin. its just that some of us have strong morals preventing us to do crimes.

    right now i am unemployed with kids, got a letter to leave the apt where i am cause i can no longer afford to pay, and my kids go to school.

    yeah i think of robbing a bank sometimes but my strong morals prevent me to, so i just continue looking for a job.

    then again, u have to know people that know people. cause i see people with no qualifications getting jobs. nigerians and hatians get jobs (no hard feeling), just saying that i dont know people so the few that are available isnt for me even if i am qualified.

    mr saverin, the level of crime is growing and it is because of lack of jobs.

  40. ya sure
    September 11, 2012

    Of course Mr Savarin

    it’s the lack of jobs….

    :lol:

    so obvious

  41. Realist
    September 11, 2012

    Is that coming from Charles Saverin – It is would Charles better to continue to be mute cause to come out and speak such level of rubbish is outrageous. It is conventional wisdom that crime is a derivative of unemployment and poverty – no if no buts Charles Saverin. How can we move the country forward if we fail to deal with the truth and the root of the problems we face. The very same crack addiction that Charles is blaming is also a result of unemployment and poverty.

    How many times do we have to take such insults from these useless ministers. They blame everybody else but themselves. True leaders look first at themselves. While I will admit too that not all crime is as a result of poverty what should be of importance to Charles Saverin is how we can curtail the rising crime rate in Dominica. I would suggest that Charles and his government should seek to reduce unemployment, restore trust, honor and credibility in the law enforcement and the police force, restore faith in the judicial system, create more sporting and development facilities for young people. Other non governmental entities that would also help reduce crime would be obviously the church, family values, community engagements etc

  42. ideal
    September 11, 2012

    This guy just talking nonsense. when there is so much unemployment, what must people do, they have to live, eat support children..We need more jobs in DA, more foreigners getting what ever little jobs available

    • September 11, 2012

      Foreigners are CREATING the jobs.

      • September 12, 2012

        I am sure a foreigners are coming 1000’s of miles to go pick bannana’s! It is these PEA SIZED minds of the thumbs down that holds your nation back. Go keep on stealing, let your endless cycle be the doom of your nation..

      • drake
        September 12, 2012

        If foreigners creating jobs leave the white man place and conme take advantage of the jobs in Dominica nuh

  43. Fever
    September 11, 2012

    Foolish politics is the main cause of crime right now because people are justifying all the wrongs that people do.
    someone steals – the pay low, someone plant zeb – no work, someone break and open a house – oh they following govt example, a child does bad in school – the education system fail society, young boys buggering – poverty

    • Reader
      September 11, 2012

      Oh lawd! You give me a fever with that comment! 1000 thumbs up!! It is so sad to see how we as a society has come. Justifying and glorifying social ills.

  44. Anonymous
    September 11, 2012

    I’m having a real problem with that smiling face of Savarins in light of these scary times. I don’t know about anyonelse but I am really scared of our future. How are we going to survive the next few years? Everyday I am asking myself where will I be in 5 years? Will I still have a job? Will I be in debt up to my eyeballls because I can’t service my financial commitments? Will costs just keep rising? because my salary certainly isn’t! I’m feeling so unsettled and upset and worried all the time! Then I see this smiling face of Savarin’s and I want to vomit. What is there to smile about?

    The PM this morning on KAIRI again laughing while discussing whatever he was talking about I didnt even listen I just shut off the radio I was so freaking vex eh! Laughing? What is so funny Labour? The fact that your private bank accounts are overflowing with Dominica’s money? MY money???? Damn right it’s not because of unemployment. I agree with you! It’s because all the theives are just emulating you and your PM and the rest of your infested nest!

  45. B_Arch
    September 11, 2012

    Unemployment and underemployment are classified alike. plus most drug abusers are non functioning members of society, so how can they be the ones committing these serious crimes? these so called leaders have failed the youths and fail to realise that the social structure has collapsed hence we are witnessing the results. why doesn’t the minister come up with a strategy for those social issues, isn’t that why they as ministers are employed? stop giving Chinese work which can be done by Citizens of the Dominica!

  46. joeblo
    September 11, 2012

    Well said Mr ‘Minister’…. if you are seeking to disassociate the inextricable link between unemployment and crime, is your reasoning leading to the conclusion that an increase in the already astronomical level of unemployment likely to have no effect at all or even reduce the crime rate? By the way, what doctrine are you quoting from Mr Minister?

  47. Anonymous
    September 11, 2012

    IMHO drugs and employment run a distant 4th and 5th in root causes.

    First: it’s the lice-like infestation of corruption in the land’s highest offices.

    Second: the complete breakdown of our police force and judicial system.

    Third: the complete capitulation of the churches at the feet of this lice-like infestation.

  48. wiseup
    September 11, 2012

    I not yet even read the article and I’m irritated. Really? Unemployment is not the cause. huh trust me it is!!!!!!!!!!!

    • wiseup
      September 11, 2012

      Garcon employee stealing from employer is like being unemployed! is bcuz the person not getting a decent salary they doing that.

      • wiseup
        September 11, 2012

        Drug use leads to drug abuse, y? Persons tend to be depressed due to unemployment. Shame on you Savarin

  49. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    oh and too add as one person point out poverty is significant also

    • tiny
      September 11, 2012

      where is the hope for the current 30 year old drug addict with no job skill in Dominica?…there is none…he or she will continue to live a life of crime..there is no other choice….college graduates have a hard time much less…..

      in America if there was no welfare system for the poor ..crime would equal johannesburg Africa..i am 1000% sure

  50. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    so parent you are the one who is causing your kids to get frustrated and go on drugs…you are only a teenager once ..please don’t steal that away form them…and you are messing them up for years to come

  51. Twet
    September 11, 2012

    Dear Mr. Minister,

    Greetings:

    You all must stop trying to mislead the poor people. You know that the people know that it is their state of affairs which is causing them to adopt deviant ways, and you still kicking against the prick in order to save face. Why else would people commit crimes? Is Dominica different from everywhere else, because this crime business is perpetuated by crime the world over? It is only a minute percentage of hate crimes which are hinged on other reasons. When is the politics going to stop? You and the others who continue to lead jah people astray will one day pay. My people know better sir, they do. Please get out of the way before it is too late.

  52. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    some kids who are more vulnerable will follow the wrong crowd…get into trouble with the law…they will live a life of rebellion….and its hard to change when you reach a certain point….all because parents refuse to listen…to give respect to their kids..to acknowledge that a teenager should not be treated like a child…

    they will start to show interest in the opposite sex…they will want more freedom to go out with friends…they will want more freedom to make their own choices and decisions in life

  53. cool running
    September 11, 2012

    I cannot believe you saying this today Charlo! Sir, you remember just before the 2000 election we Freedomites were planning for the election, when a crime happened in one of the villages,and you were quick to point out that unemployment was the main reason for the crime Savrin? Now you are in a position to address the crime rate and because you and your administration CANNOT solve the unemployment problem, you are singing a different song.
    While I agree drugs contribute significantly to the crime rate, unemployment also plays a very significant role.
    Since your argument is that of police arrested persons who were employed for theft, let me also remind you that many persons who have been arrested for crime, did not do drugs. So it is drugs and unemployment. Theft on the job has always been with us far before we knew anything about drugs.

    • wiseup
      September 11, 2012

      You couldnt have said that any better

  54. the eye
    September 11, 2012

    “unemployment is a concern” Mr. Saverin do you know how it feels to be without a job? Do you know how it feels to get up in the morning and not knowing where your meals and that of your children are coming from. Mr. Saverin do you know how it feels to go to sleep on a hungry stomach? I don’t believe so..You and your colleges are just a bunch of blood sucking parasites..gorging your selves on the blood of hard working Dominicans. You guys have not create not a single job since taking office. young people are frustrated mothers are frustrated, fathers are frustrated .You incompetent politicians just sit on your fat buts and with no plan, no initiative and no insight to carry the country into a positive future.”unemployment is a concern” That sounds so pathetic. You guys are just a bunch of pathetic leaders. the country is falling to pieces yet you claim that all is well. your pockets are fat. Fat from the wealth of the poor Dominicans.And who benefits? Only the ones that scream “labour” “labour” the loudest.those you all know, the faces you see every day begging you guys every day, its them that benefit . But I would like to let you all know that I will not beg for no alms like your supporters do. Teach us how to fish and let us provide for our selves and our family.You talking about crime, crime, but who are the biggest criminals. :twisted:

  55. A Voice
    September 11, 2012

    Some valid points you know Mr. Minister, however you can only be fully justified in making them statements there if you guys were providing employment opportunities for the youths and the youths were not taking advantage of these employment opportunities and instead turning to crime.

    The crimes that you are referring to that employed people are committing are mainly white collar crimes.

    Although it is a small step in the right direction, I don’t know what purpose these forums are suppose to fulfill, but you can’t come lecturing with empty hands and not be providing the people with alternatives to turning to crime.

    To save this generation from drugs and crimes, it takes vision, creativity and intuition….

  56. Waitukubuli!
    September 11, 2012

    :oops: :twisted: :mrgreen: :?: By reading the headline i did not bother to continue reading but to respond to this mad man rubbish.Unemployment might not :?:

    • budman
      September 11, 2012

      so you are making comments without reading. how typical.

  57. PINGPONG
    September 11, 2012

    all studies done on third world countries including africa links violents to unemployment and corruption. but it has to take one dolt to say otherwise.
    fact is fact, you will say anything to retain a salary…..full of deceit and lies

    • budman
      September 11, 2012

      show us or point us to these studies.

      • pingpong
        September 11, 2012

        ti bouy go and read more.. idiot

      • Magweh sah..mwen de
        September 11, 2012

        Your statement can only indicate you are not update with current worl views.

  58. possie
    September 11, 2012

    You do right say dat because you know who not working nowhere and driving big hummer, ferosa, suv and all big rides in bath estate….

  59. Jungle
    September 11, 2012

    Is this guy for real? When the youths are unemployed they have more time on their hands to experiment. After they experiment with the drugs then come and steel to maintain their habit .

    • September 11, 2012

      Where are the parents, where is the parenting? Parents no longer play a role with their own children and guide them through piss poor choices? It is sad days when nobody can take ownership of their own stupid choices and always point the finger at the government…

      • Revolution 1979!
        September 12, 2012

        :oops: :twisted: :mrgreen: :oops: Unemployment is definitely one of the reasons and the head of the country is rotten with criminal activities which trickle down to the nation.So the leader so the youths! :oops: :twisted: :mrgreen: :?:

      • 1979
        September 12, 2012

        please use my handle with care…there can only be one 1979 8)

      • 1979
        September 12, 2012

        hold on T.O Canada…. Yes parents have a part to play but even when there are two parents at home they are both out there working just to BREAK EVEN at the end of the month….even those who are committed to making a better life for their children have it HARRRRDD bro, overtime with no pay and all kind of bull, exploiting workers and still the administration do a PISS POOR job at managing the country’s economy. REAL TALK..

  60. satu
    September 11, 2012

    way to go, but no doubt of the fact that there is some pressure. everybody pressure up dem seasons dere.

  61. Anonymous
    September 11, 2012

    Another reason for the rise in crime could be the steadily evolving cultural norm of – “if the ministers are doing it then so will I” – maybe that should be the next topic when studying issues of crime and deviant behavior in Dominica.

  62. Rule
    September 11, 2012

    Mr. Savarin. While unemployment may not be the main cause of criminal activities, it does contribute to illicit behavior by those who sit idly. When people are not engaged, that gives them all the opportunities to premeditate on their actions.

  63. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    and the authorities need to ban coporal punishment

  64. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    dominicans parents dont know what to expect when thier child reach their teenage years….they want to treat thier child like a kid forever…as long as they in the home..treat them like a kid..and you wll have a troubled child….increasing thier chances of getting into problems with thelaw

    • Yeng Fui
      September 12, 2012

      DNO allah allah papa bondiuer do something about this character name Tiny nuh. After all doh make us look so EXTRA ignorant nuh.Whenever Tiny write something can you make it disappear and if Tiny ask why her comments are not posted just tell him/ her that computer ran out of ink. (lol) I am that Tiny will believe that – after just read the comments from tiny. Definitely not the brightest bulb on the tree.

  65. tiny
    September 11, 2012

    no its not ..it’s bad parenting……raise your kids in love ..diccipline them properly..eveb if you are poor wiith nothing to eat..chances are they will turn out fine

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