February 21, 2015

Eric Gairy: Working Class Hero

Reading Time 4 minsEric Gairy: Working Class Hero Caldwell Taylor   “On 19th February, widespread strikes began, and there have been many acts of intimation and sabotage .An emergency order was made and two of the leaders of the strike [Eric Gairy and Gascoigne Blaize-ct] were detained” -The Secretary of the State for the Colonies, James Griffiths, responding to Mr. Eden. Grenada Riots, HC Deb 26 February 1951 vo. l 484 cc 1748-50   Grenada’s first general strike tolled on the early morning of February 19, 1951 and ran for four tempestuous weeks. The so-called “Sky Red” days transformed long-suffering… Read More »Eric Gairy: Working Class Hero

Comments: Senator the Honorable Brenda Hood

Reading Time 3 mins  Our theme of this BDN issue is “Moving Forward in Unity to Build a Stronger Nation.” We  are compiling the contributions of writers, artists, poets, photographers, our leaders, and everyone with a voice and view to share on Grenada’s 41st anniversary of independence.   Senator the Honourable Brenda Hood Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Culture     QUESTION: What is the culture ministry’s definition of culture? The definition of culture has been clearly outlined in the Grenada National Cultural Policy and I believe it gives us a better understanding of our vision for the work being done… Read More »Comments: Senator the Honorable Brenda Hood

Comments: Honourable Derrick James

Reading Time 3 mins As you are fully aware, Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique will be celebrating its 41st anniversary of political independence from Britain on February 7, 2015. Birthdays are times to reflect on life lived, paths traveled, and upcoming opportunities to take advantage of. As it is for the individual, the same is true for a nation. Big Drum Nation (BDN) is joining the festivities as we celebrate our nation’s accomplishments, appreciate our shared ideals, and assess our potential. We are seeking the contributions of writers, artists, poets, photographers, our leaders, and everyone with a voice and view… Read More »Comments: Honourable Derrick James