{"id":122619,"date":"2014-08-23T14:15:16","date_gmt":"2014-08-23T18:15:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=122619"},"modified":"2014-08-23T15:55:27","modified_gmt":"2014-08-23T19:55:27","slug":"whats-de-word-nicki","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/columns\/whats-de-word-nicki\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s de Word with Nicki"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_122303\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-122303\" style=\"width: 237px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-122303\" src=\"http:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Nicki-Philbert-237x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nicki Philbert\" width=\"237\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Nicki-Philbert-237x300.jpg 237w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Nicki-Philbert.jpg 502w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-122303\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nicki Philbert<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>How to take advantage of election fever<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s that time again. Election is in the air and just like Christmas the feeling takes over even the more sceptical of believers and puts us in a frenzy that we cannot control. Heated debates, sudden feelings of excitement when you see flashing red, green and blue bells and the pressure to buy gifts for people (Well, on the politicians\u2019 side). What if I told you, that in Dominican culture it is very wise to approach election fever in a manner that you can benefit in the best possible way from this political frenzy? In a country burdened by pull string since the beginning of time, it is sad, but true. Here are 5 ways you can take complete advantage of election fever and walk out like a boss.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>1. Stay calm and remain neutral<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It really doesn\u2019t benefit you to jump 100% on the political party train. It involves lots of volunteerism and very little reward. Be aware of actual issues in Dominica and form your own opinion of both political parties based on the work that they do for the betterment of our nation. Give right to whoever is right regardless of what party they belong to and shun the bad, no matter where it comes from.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>2. Go with the flow<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>At this time all politicians are interested in votes. It\u2019s what will determine whether or not they can continue their political career and support the lifestyle that they have been living ever since they were introduced to the political scene. They<br \/>\nneed us and we need them. So if you are given an offer in return for a vote, consider it carefully. If you and your family can receive long term benefits from a promise for vote trade, then why not go along with it? What benefit is it to you if<br \/>\nyou say no? Really\u2026think about it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>3. Push your agenda<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Remember that life plan, that dream, that fool-proof scheme to make it; \u00a0Whatever it is; going abroad to study, starting your own business or improving your community, now is the time to push it. Remember, politicians need votes. And we need opportunities. Do you see where I\u2019m going with this? Nothing is better for a politician to use as a topic for campaigns than the assistance that he\/she has given to aspiring youth. So take advantage of the situation while it is in its peak. Put together your proposal and budget and take a brave step into your parliamentary representative\u2019s office. Nothing beats a trial but a failure.<br \/>\nGive it a go! This might just be the opportunity of your life. Political parties have specific budgets for entrepenuers, community activists and such and would be more than glad to help you get your dream on the move as long as you are serious, determined and honest. So take the risk and push your agenda.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>4. Take this as an opportunity to actually understand politics in Dominica<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Politics is a game, similar to monopoly, and at this time, everyone is playing to win. Sometimes it gets dirty. People cheat, lose property, take big risks and in the end someone has to win and someone has to loose. Good old monopoly.\u00a0And no, it\u2019s not cool for a young tax paying citizen like you to be ignorant of how the people we voted are handling our resources and managing our<br \/>\neconomy. Listen to campaigns, attend debates (whenever there are sensible ones) read articles and talk to government officials. Understand what is going on in your country and form your own perspective on our political climate. If you\u2019re like me this will be just your second time voting so don\u2019t let it catch you like the first time. Wise up! Be in the know.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>5. Analyse the politician<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>There is no better time to analyse the politician and understand his\/her true form than during election fever. A sense of intoxication usually overcomes their kind at such a time which bars their sense of inhibition causing all sorts of reckless<br \/>\nstatements and actions to come to the light. Now is the time to really analyse what politicians are about. Follow their speeches, analyse the events that they chose to attend and make up your mind about whom this politician really is behind the Public Relations strategy set out for him\/her. I guarantee that your outlook will definitely change&#8230;&#8230;.Hakuna Matata.<\/p>\n<p>Nicki<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"How to take advantage of election fever It\u2019s that time again. 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