Dear Editor,
A new year is here – one that requires thoughts from an innovative mind that extends beyond the parameters of 2025; whether your goals are to stay abreast of current affairs or to pursue the aspirations that are shelved, due to unexpected circumstances. The fact that you are reading this article indicates that your purpose on earth is evolving, and that you have the opportunity to push those objectives into the direction that would enhance your personal and professional lives.
Before I take a deep dive into the matter at hand, I would like to congratulate the Positive and Elektralyets Foundations for being recognized as Persons of the Year! Besides, many thanks and best wishes to the entire St. Martin for your kindness towards others throughout 2025. Those of us who have touched lives in a manner that words cannot express, may we continue to sow seeds of love and compassion, without financial compensation.
The title of this article strikes a posing question, and if we are to advance as a people, we must take this inquiry seriously, and so I will start with myself (the man in the mirror). Over and over, I’ve been asked (asked is an understatement) to compile my newspaper articles into a book. In December, I have given the proposal some meaningful thoughts and I’m in the initial stage of putting a team together to guide the process.
Besides that, it has always been my dream to write books for children. I have lots of materials, ready to be put together, but with a different twist, because I won’t be the author. That process has also started in December. These are two of my personal initiatives that I would like to pursue in 2026 and hope to have them finalized in the not too distant future.
On a professional note: this idea has been floating in my mind for almost a year. Sometimes the complexity of comprehension can be broken down into a very simple format, which lessens frustration and builds interests and engagement. And since each individual has his or her learning modality, I am proposing that certain laws be presented to the public in audio form, rather than in writing, only.
My areas of concern are the constitution, rules of order in parliament and the rules that govern the Council of Ministers. These are vital documents, but not everybody understands their contents, based on one's inability to read and comprehend at the same time. I’m not asking for every single item to be put on audio. I’m thinking of those that are frequently used and are or can be misinterpreted by the public.
If this can be produced in a timely fashioned, with her vast knowledge and understanding of the workings of government and parliament, this audio should be narrated by none other than our Honourable Chairlady of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams. The public just need a concise version of these documents, for better understanding and a broader political involvement.
I can go deeper but I don’t want to extend it too far. But recently, I got some information on fines for traffic violations. This too can be narrated by the Police Spokesman Inspector Josepha, or he can choose one of his colleagues to narrate this pertinent information. Some people can’t read nor care to read and so this mode of vital information will reach a wider section of the population.
As a people, what improvements would you like our government officials to accomplish in 2026? It is a year where you have to hold your government accountable, whether these officials are your friends, acquaintances or family members. It should not matter. Do not let the relationship hamper you from calling them out whenever it is necessary. It is your duty to let them know that they are working for you and not for themselves.
Again, what are your dreams and demands for this year? Whether it’s personal or professional, go after them with every ounce of passion and unwavering determination.
Joslyn Morton
