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Written by Ali Maduro
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Thursday, 04 March 2010 10:50 |
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 I’m pretty good at reserving judgment until all the facts of a particular matter is before me. Over the years, I’ve trained myself not to jump on bandwagons. It’s a difficult thing to do, because when one hears something, the natural thing is to form an opinion in your head, even without all the facts. So that is precisely why engaged in this self training to reserve impulse judgment.
Having said that, I’m amazed by the ability of some of us in this community to look at a particular thing or scenario, see and process it, then completely ignore it; all for the sake of some misguided definition of loyalty. I’m referring to the circus that has become known as Mafolie Gate.
When the story initially broke, I thought, because of my self-training, hmmm I wonder what this is about. Then came the news release from Government House saying it was not true that public funds were being spent on renovations at the governor’s private residence. I then thought, okay, maybe the accusations are not true. After all, why would government house send out such a release if the accusations were true. Surely they understood that truth usually bubbles its way to the surface. Maybe not…
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 09 March 2010 01:55 |
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 23 February 2010 13:45 |
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 As an avid reader of Newspapers, I have always been a fan of political comic strips. These direct, quick witted comics are filled with satire that make me chuckle and at times are quite thought provoking. In an effort to continue this tradition, Vipolitics.com is extending to all artists the opportunity to submit their political comics to be published on our website. If you would like to participate, please submit all drawings to
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 February 2010 14:45 |
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Written by Ali Maduro
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Wednesday, 17 February 2010 14:25 |
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Hey everybody,
Sorry I've been away so long. I really miss you guys and our exchanges on VI politics. I was absent due to many personal trials over the last few years. I couldn't dedicate any time to the site, so I thought it was best to shut it down.
Now that there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel, I decided to come back to you to share my thoughts on the affairs of the day. And what a great time to come back; a Virgin Islands election season. I'm sure there will be unlimited opportunities for me to chime in and pay my 2 cents to the news of the day.
As before, this will be an open space for you to comment and respond. So please, tell me when you think I'm crazy, tell me when you think I'm right, tell me when you think I'm wrong; just tell me.
You will notice a few changes to VIPolitics.com. Apart from the obvious layout changes, there are content changes as well. Please click around and let me know what you like and what you don't like. We'll be happy to take your recommendations for changes
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 February 2010 23:09 |
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Written by Ali Maduro
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Wednesday, 17 February 2010 00:57 |
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 What does it cost us to live in the beautiful Virgin Islands? Is there a price? What are we willing to give up for it? How do we preserve it?
All these questions are for each one of us to consider. Personally, I believe the answers to these questions are simple. It all boils down to love, honor and respect.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 11 March 2010 01:00 |
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Chartered on March 16, 1962, the 
I encourages everyone particularly young Virgin Islanders and new voters to get involved in the democratic process. Taking your time to 
When I think of 
The news that Senator Donastorg would be arrested on domestic violence charges reached me early yesterday morning. I wasn't surprised because weeks ago I had hear rumors of an incident involving him and a young woman a while back. As the day progressed the pending arrest was the topic of discussion in offices across the territory. The stories I heard were many and varied. I knew the truth was somewhere in the mix and that eventually we would hear it. By late afternoon, we learned that Sen. Donastorg had turned himself over to the police on St. Croix, was charged, arrested and eventually released on his own recognizance.