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Discrimination In The Bahamas

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It's better in The Bahamas" is one of the adage's we have all heard more than once. It is an opinion and is far from a righteous fact. The text "Discrimination" is the Bahamian Political Crack' was written by Fredrick Smith, published May 5th 2016. This text depicts the corruption of The Bahamas, and is based on discrimination and hate in general, discrimination and hate towards Haitians, and discrimination against women and the LGBT community in The Bahamas. Our country is plagued with an abundance of needed changes, that must be made by the people. If we, the society do not change within ourselves our country will be tarnished. We are the ones who makes The Bahamas what it is, and every person needs to assist with this epidemic. It is not …show more content…

This is evident in inequality, the oppression of women and ill treatment of immigrants. Inequality can happen to any individual whose rights are not respected as they should be and are not treated fairly. The Bahamas must cater to all of it's inhabitants and provide ways for each one. The oppression of women in The Bahamas is profound. There have been two referendum opportunities for women to be seen in a dominant way and to be given the same rights as men, but on both occasions the results were unsuccessful. Not to mention, the ill treatment of immigrants. Racial discrimination has been one of The Bahamas longstanding problems where immigrants are subjected to harassment, as well as barriers that are formed to exclude these immigrants whether by language, jobs, and health …show more content…

The system can excel despite the curriculum, overcrowding, and the lack of funds. The world is changing and The Bahamian educational system lacks excitement. Children learn differently and expecting different results based on the teaching styles of the past is pointless. Learning should be delightful and one must be intrigued by it to accept the knowledge presented to them. Overcrowding in schools is another problem within The Bahamas educational system. Government schools are almost filled to the brim with children. This puts a strain on the teachers, as well as the students who are unable to learn within such environments. As well as, the lack of funds within the educational system. The government produces, raises, and invests an abundance of money within the schooling systems of The Bahamas which is greatly appreciated. However, there is a lack of research that is being produced by the individuals within The Bahamas. We need more abstracts, sources, and published material by Bahamian individuals, but proper research is expensive and more funds need to be created for

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