Category: Op-ed
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How did the revised Organic Act of 1954 affect the Legislative Branch of Government in the V.I.?
In commemoration of the anniversary of the Revised Organic Act of 1954, the University of the Virgin Islands is offering a series…
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Say No to Tort Reform
Saying it is nothing more than greedy corporations attempting to limit their own liability, Attorney Lee J. Rohn urges the people of…
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St. Croix's Sewage Wetlands Option Clarified
Kelly Gloger, wastewater specialist with Sustainable Systems & Design International, makes his case for wetlands treatment systems, while taking exception to remarks…
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Children Need Fathers, Not Felons
Richard Brown, a fatherhood activist and former educator, asks a few fundamental questions about the recent federal indictment of several deadbeat dads…
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Great Things Happen When People Take a Stand
Edward Browne, who grabbed the attention of the White House and Sen. John Kerry when he went on a hunger strike to…
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Update on Thoroughbreds Not a Pretty Picture
Raina Dodson-Eimer, Research Specialist II in the Animal Science Department at the University of the Virgin Islands shares an e-mailed update to…
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Why Did Republican Redfield Choose EDC Over V.I. Children?
Lawrence Boschulte ponders the reasons why V.I. Republican leader Holland Redfield chose to seek help from national Republicans for the IDC/EDC Program,…
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Poetitorial: Antiques and Parties and Cadillacs – Oh My!
Sometimes inspiration comes from desperation. In the tradition of the great Calypsonians, the Source Op-ed section is now open to political and…
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Humane Society Calls for Senate Override
The Humane Society of St. Thomas expressed disappointment at Gov. Turnbull's veto of the overwhelmingly supported Animal Cruelty bill and now urges…
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Senator Opposes Adoption of Old Act as a Constitution
Sen. Russell thinks the people of the Virgin Islands are capable enough to write for themselves the document which would become the…
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Fix Fort Christian Before It's Too Late
Eric Dawson, former commissioner of the Economic Development and Agriculture Department, says the community needs to form a task force with Tourism…
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Conversations That Matter: Teachers Need Our Support
Concerned "citizen and parent" Cora Christian summarizes the many problems and lacks of V.I. education and schools. Yet despite all that, the…
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Rodney Miller: Keating Smith Health Center is a 'Top Priority'
Rodney E. Miller Sr., chief executive officer of the Roy L. Schneider Hospital, wants to assure St. Johnians he has the best…
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St. Croix Ag Fair is 'Remarkable'
Lawrence Boschulte says he loves the St. Croix Ag Fair and compares it to state fairs elsewhere for its inclusion of farmers…
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An Appeal to the 25-45 Year Old Voter
In the second installment of her series on revitalizing the V.I. political system former Sen. Stephanie Scott Williams addresses the 25-45-year-old voters,…
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An Appeal to the 25-45 Year Old Voter
In the second installment of her series on revitalizing the V.I. political system former Sen. Stephanie Scott Williams addresses the 25-45-year-old voters,…
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Choice in Health Care: Why You Can't Compare a Hospital to a Grocery Store
What would happen if the island's only hospital closed? The result would be devastating, both to our economy and to the healthcare…
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Time for Political Change, and Here's How to Do It
Former Sen. Stephanie Scott-Williams says it's time to take a look around for the new faces that will become our future leaders.This…
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Where is the Outrage on Behalf of the Women?
Therapist and executive director of the Safety Zone on St. John Dr. Iris Kern wonders why women aren't crying out in protest…
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Visioning Hassel Island
Preservationist and urban planner Wanda Mills notes how her love of the natural environment began as an elementary student with Doris Jadan's…
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Former Sen. Gregory Bennerson Decries the State of Party Politics in the V.I.
Former Sen. Gregory Bennerson says as long as personality rather than accountability and clear ideals continues to be the driving force in…
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Cruisin' Along:Why is Everybody Pointing Fingers on the St. Croix Cruise Ship Debacle
John de Jongh Jr. wonders why is everybody pointing fingers relative to the lack of cruise ships on St. Croix when everyone…
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Cruisin' Along: Why is Everybody Pointing Fingers on the St. Croix Cruise Ship Debacle
John deJongh Jr. wonders why is everybody pointing fingers relative to the lack of cruise ships on St. Croix when everyone involved…
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Humane Society Urges Senate to Override Veto
The Humane Society of St. Thomas expressed disappointment at Governor Turnbull's veto of the unanimously supported Animal Cruelty Bill and now urges…
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Are V.I. Whites 8 Times as Likely to Smoke as Blacks?
The Centers for Disease Control released new data in November that shows Virgin Islanders having the lowest overall rate of smoking in…
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Questions About Proposed Land And Water Use Plan
St. Thomas-based architect Robert DeJongh offers his perspective on the proposed Land and Water Use Plan, and its relationship to the long-term…
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Questions About Proposed Land And Water Use Plan
St. Thomas-based architect Robert DeJongh offers his perspective on the proposed Land and Water Use Plan, and its relationship to the long-term…
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Questions About Proposed Land And Water Use Plan
St. Thomas-based architect Robert DeJongh offers his perspective on the proposed Land and Water Use Plan, and its relationship to the long-term…
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Primary Election Polling Site Reduction Clarified
The polling sites for the Sept. 11 election will be held at Joseph Gomez and Adelita Cancryn schools on St. Thomas and…
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Primary Election Polling Site Reduction Clarified
The polling sites for the Sept. 11 election will be held at Joseph Gomez and Adelita Cancryn schools on St. Thomas and…