Archive for January, 2008

A Legend is No More

January 22, 2008

On my way back from school today I learned Andy Palacio died over the weekend in his native country Belize from a massive stroke and heart-attack. Palacio is not only the most famous Belizean, but also a national hero. I am so sadden by his death because he single-handedly brought Garifuna music to the [...]

Will the Real Patriot Please Stand up

January 20, 2008

What has been happening in Kenya for the past three weeks is nothing short of tragedy and bewilderment. With over 600 people dead, countless injured or homeless; someone has to ask: Will the TRUE patriot of Kenya please stand up!
Until now, neither Raila Odinga or Mwai Kibaki have demonstrated their love for their country. Perhaps [...]

Shame

January 5, 2008

It has been over a week since Kenya’s elections were held and Kenya is still burning. In my previous post, I worried that the infant violence at the time (Dec. 30) would last longer or even evolve into tribal or civil war. At this moment, part of my worry has largely become true - tribal [...]