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Bishop Cline questions Dr Karl Dawson’s ability as a politician

- welcomes church leaders into politics
Bishop John I. Cline said the jury is still out on whether Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Territorial At Large candidate Dr Karl Dawson (right) has what it takes to be in politics. Photo: VINO/File
Melvin 'Mitch' Turnbull, the National Democratic Party candidate, and Claude O. Skelton-Cline (right) who contested the Second District unsuccessfully in 2011 as an NDP member. Photo: VINO/File
Melvin 'Mitch' Turnbull, the National Democratic Party candidate, and Claude O. Skelton-Cline (right) who contested the Second District unsuccessfully in 2011 as an NDP member. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Never a shy one to let his views on any issue or topic be publicly known even if highly controversial, senior pastor of the New Life Baptist Church John I. Cline said while he has no problem with ‘Ministers of the Gospel’ running for political office, he is not sure whether everyone is cut out for the job.

Speaking exclusively to Virgin Islands News Online recently, Bishop Cline, as he is popularly known, gave the thumbs up for National Democratic Party (NDP) Second District candidate and young Baptist preacher Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull but said the jury was still out on Methodist preacher Dr Karl Dawson who is contesting as a Territorial At Large candidate with the Virgin Islands Party (VIP).

There is a third minister who is running as an Independent, Albert O. Wheatley, but Mr Cline offered no opinion on his running.

Dr Dawson is a ‘good guy’ but…

Speaking of Dr Dawson, Bishop Cline said, “He is a local preacher in the Methodist church and I know his family and I know that he is a good guy I just believe that as a politician I, I, I, I don’t know… the jury is still out on that for me.”

When Bishop Cline said the jury is still out on Dr Dawson he was asked if the debate would be aligned with the party for which Dr Dawson is running with but he said, “I don’t look at the party I look at someone’s ability to lead, that’s what I look at.”

Dr Dawson, a church leader, has been at the helm of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) for many years as President.

“Do you have a vision for this country? What are you offering? What is it you are bringing new to the table that would lead us through, whether it’s economic hard times and through the economic prosperity and the participation in a global economy that we so desire?” Bishop Cline asked when trying to make an assessment of Dr Dawson.

The controversial preacher, who has recently come under fire from bloggers for labelling Independent Territorial At Large candidate and former Deputy Premier Dancia Penn as a ‘fly in ointment’, said that so far he has not heard anything from Dr Dawson that indicates to him that he is offering anything new. “He has just jumped on a band-wagon and riding the train but he is a very, very nice honest Christian man,” said Mr Cline.

‘Mitch’ gets Bishop Cline’s endorsement

Speaking of the NDP Second District candidate, Bishop Cline said “I think Mitch is in the right place doing the right thing, he has his integrity and I look forward to him becoming the next representative for the Second District because for the last we have had an absentee representative.”

The ‘absentee’ representative Bishop was referring to was no doubt the Honourable J. Alvin Christopher.

After 12 years of representing the district, Hon Christopher has decided not to run for the office of a District representative but rather as an At Large representative, a move that stirred much debate among the electorate. Hon Christopher has since endorsed Mr Elford W. Parsons, an active Methodist member who has so far been viewed as an equal challenge to Mr Turnbull, if not slightly tipping the scale as a more mature individual.

Meanwhile, Bishop Cline has welcomed the move by church leaders to get involved in politics as he believes it is supported by scripture and should not be condemned.

“I think that is some of the hierocracy that exists sometimes with people,” Mr Cline said as he recalled the time he ran for office and there was a big outcry that pastors shouldn’t be in politics. “I remember when Claude Cline ran there was a big uproar that pastors shouldn’t be in politics,” he added.

Now Managing Manager of the BVI Ports Authority, Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline contested in the Second District at the November 2011 general Election but was defeated by Hon Christopher.

According to Bishop Cline, it has always been his conviction, according to the Holy Bible, that when the righteous rule the people will rejoice but when the wicked are in power the people mourn. “So I believe that one of the best place for a religious leader is to help to guide his country’s politics and governance.

“I think I am very clear in my mind what the BVI needs and I am going to vote in that light. I don’t have any personal agendas I just want to see the BVI do well and I believe that the team that will keep us on the right path to doing well is the one that I hope that we choose to do so,” said Bishop Cline.

92 Responses to “Bishop Cline questions Dr Karl Dawson’s ability as a politician”

  • Hmm (26/05/2015, 10:24) Like (84) Dislike (10) Reply
    The prophet told you to be careful who you endorse this election but you just don't listen. Shame on you.
    • @hmm (27/05/2015, 09:26) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
      Stop this! Two wrongs do not make a right. He is your pastor. Go to him and speak to him and stop coming on VINO posting secretly against him. If he has touched the Lord's anointed, the Lord will deal with him. You do not have that permission to touch him with your words either. Let no shame come to you.
      • Hmm (27/05/2015, 20:03) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
        Did I tell you he was my pastor. You are psychic now. The audacity of some people.
  • VG Realist (26/05/2015, 10:28) Like (129) Dislike (13) Reply

    I can't stand John Cline and the name Bishop is too good of a title that's why I don't call him Bishop! Keep talking Mr. Cline, foot and mouth disease is rampant in this election cycle. Quick to give Mitch an endorsement because he is contesting elections as an NDP candidate but not Dr. Dawson? Strupes. Go and repent.

    • Mr, Big Show (26/05/2015, 13:28) Like (35) Dislike (5) Reply
      Cline laughing at us , he is playing us, like he played Ronnie, He seek the spot light and he is getting it--He like the stage and he is getting it--He is a strategist....The next time he talk nonsense--no one should blog, that would hurt his feelings
    • ccc (26/05/2015, 15:12) Like (27) Dislike (2) Reply
      I THNK CLINE SHOULD STAY IN THE CHURCH! HE IS NOT REAL.....
  • ccc (26/05/2015, 10:29) Like (140) Dislike (5) Reply
    Come on now does john have any ctedibility with the people? I think not
    • cgb (26/05/2015, 20:52) Like (15) Dislike (4) Reply
      JEALOUSY to the highest degree. Dr. Dawson is a REAL MAN while he is not. Why not criticize Ms. DeCastro , is it because she is one of his members and why not criticize his his nephew Mitch. I guess he feels threatened.
  • notes (26/05/2015, 10:33) Like (74) Dislike (2) Reply
    many of us question the vain charlatan's ability as a 'man of God'
  • crazy (26/05/2015, 10:34) Like (59) Dislike (9) Reply
    Can't you read between the line, Mitch is his nephew so he can endorse him.
    • Old Ion (26/05/2015, 17:59) Like (48) Dislike (2) Reply

      Let him Endorse his Nephew and leave Dr. Karl alone.
      John is just a little devil in disguise hiding behi d his long gown and Bible,him and his Brother IN LAW over in that other Church.God, help us all. AMEN.

  • T (26/05/2015, 10:45) Like (145) Dislike (3) Reply
    Bishop Cline, it appears to me that you are trying to degrade the candidates that seem to be a threat to the NDP. Would you say the same thing if Dr. Dawson was on the NDP ticket? Are you so desperate for the NDP to get back into government so that you can retain your job/power?

    You said, "I know his family". Aren't you his cousin? (LOL)!!! The things people will say for votes!!!
  • rattie (26/05/2015, 10:48) Like (93) Dislike (5) Reply
    cline need to stop showing his hands..he will damage his relationship with fraser
  • Valley Political Analyst (26/05/2015, 10:52) Like (64) Dislike (5) Reply
    We expected you to endorse your nephew and not Dawson cause he's on the VIP. Bishop Cline, you and others better wake up and see the handwriting on the wall. NDP MUST GO, they concern about travel and bragging about having RICH friends.
  • track attack (26/05/2015, 10:57) Like (84) Dislike (4) Reply
    could the people of this nation please ask john to stop molesting in the partys business and study his church
    • child please (26/05/2015, 13:27) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
      two road before ayu pick the one you want hell are heaven pastors
  • Anderson Cooper (26/05/2015, 11:04) Like (40) Dislike (3) Reply
    That is why when we go to the polls on june 08, 2015, we have to vote out the ndp government with a vengence. They are too rude and out of place. This is a big man's party and no one in the BVI will ever be good enough for them. It is going to happen.
  • VIP Plans (26/05/2015, 11:06) Like (35) Dislike (15) Reply
    Ten Year Development Plan
    Maritime and Oceanographic Curiculum and Academy
    Swimming and sea skills curiculum for all schools
    Turn HLSCC into full university
    School of Tourism and Hospitality as part of maritime and oceanographic academy
    Junior High School with science and technology orientation
    Junior High School with computer Department training students in coding and programming
    Clear immigration and customs in Charlotte Amalie
    Develop west end and road town ferry docks to 5 star
    Establish luxury ferry services
    Establish ferry services until late evening so no more travelers overnight in USVI
    Air shuttles between USVI and BVI
    Late night shuttle air service between San Juan and Beef Island
    Establish Airport development under 10 year development plan
    BVI School of Aviation and flight
    Establish economic zones in West End and on Beef Island
    Build second cruise pier in West End with private funds
    Establish deviancy and learning challenges facility
    New housing policy to bring financial relief to first time home buyers
    Department of Homeland Security
    Organic food and drink produced at home and for export
    • Day Deamer (26/05/2015, 13:02) Like (7) Dislike (11) Reply
      You think just because most of you have U S passports the U S government is going to let you clear customs and immigration in St Thomas? You got to be nuts!
    • HAHA (26/05/2015, 14:00) Like (7) Dislike (24) Reply
      LMAO LMAO LMAO! Thanks for the laugh. Just in case you didn't remember, VIP were the Government just 5-6 years ago and did NONE of the above,.
    • Plans versus Promises (26/05/2015, 22:11) Like (4) Dislike (12) Reply
      That list you just noted please for heaven sake dont be fooled AGAINNNNN!!!!!!!!!! Do you really think VIP will deliver???? We gave them a chance more than once and I really think they are no match for NDP......
  • enough (26/05/2015, 11:11) Like (54) Dislike (4) Reply
    The Lord don't like ugly. John Cline might get a very painful surprise come June, 9th. He better remain prayerful and and not make so much noise. He seems oblivious to the fact that each time he makes these statements VIP is gaining ground.
  • Concern 1 (26/05/2015, 11:12) Like (37) Dislike (0) Reply
    Pastor Cline are you cut out to be a good pastor? We must not judge and leave all the judging to the Lord. At times you may consider to be a teacher, pastor, police and decided you want to be a lawyer or doctor nothing is wrong with this. What we need to do as a person is to help our brother man towards his goals and not ridicule them and guide them along giving suggestions,etc.We are ought to be our brother's keeper not our brother's killer. Let Dr Dawson do his thing and let God be his judge and Dr Dawson do you best as you might turn out to be the good pastor's boss some day.
  • Loving It (26/05/2015, 11:14) Like (27) Dislike (0) Reply
    I have to say as an outsider watching this particular election cycle in the BVI is a laugh a minute, absolutely hilarious. HBO should do a 1 season series on it; although I'm not sure whether it should be a comedy or a tragedy.
  • trrefdrfds (26/05/2015, 11:15) Like (8) Dislike (5) Reply
    They can't handle the TRUTH!
  • wisdom (26/05/2015, 11:18) Like (33) Dislike (0) Reply
    I think the voters can make a decision for themselves. I am not sure why the "good Bishop" would be trying to help voters to decide who is suitable and not suitable.
  • reality (26/05/2015, 11:20) Like (52) Dislike (0) Reply
    I question your ability as Bishop...but that's non of my business.



    • voter (26/05/2015, 12:33) Like (23) Dislike (2) Reply
      I don't question his ability to continue to be wealthy and full of tithes
  • Tortola Greed (26/05/2015, 11:32) Like (21) Dislike (1) Reply

    Cline has everything 2 say in opposition to creditable and potential Government Ministers not in the NDP. He is fearful that his g***y train as the chairman of the board will come to an end. Well Cline I hope that the VIP Government once elected will k**k u off the board and there will be no more g***y for ur train for it will stop working. So keep touting your mouth 

  • greta (26/05/2015, 11:32) Like (41) Dislike (0) Reply

    I think that it is time john come off the puplit. preachers in the bvi have you all gone to sleep and leave this man to rant and rrrave please god is hearing aND SEEING HE IS NOT TO BE FOLLOWED HE IS HUNGRY BECAUSE IF NDP LOOSES HE HAS TO GO...

  • time will tell (26/05/2015, 11:36) Like (42) Dislike (1) Reply
    Right now I view Cline as a MENACE to society. Time will tell.
  • First district (26/05/2015, 11:41) Like (54) Dislike (9) Reply
    MR CLINE MY INTENTIONS WAS TO VOTE NDP ALL THE WA,Y BUT GUESS WHAT AFTER HEARING YOU BELITTLED DR DAWSON A SON OF THE SOIL AND MRS PENN I MADE THAT SWITCH FORWARD EVER.
    • 22 (26/05/2015, 14:09) Like (15) Dislike (13) Reply
      Ok? so you let what one silly preacher man say determine who you going to vote for? I'm not sure you people realize the seriousness of a vote. I'm 22 and I realize it.
      • First district (26/05/2015, 15:10) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
        PLEASE DONOT GET ME WRONG I NEVER SAID I WAS NOT VOTING,
  • KD (26/05/2015, 11:44) Like (19) Dislike (1) Reply

    Dr Dawson showed his mettle by joining the VIP

  • Be 4 real (26/05/2015, 11:44) Like (38) Dislike (0) Reply
    He that is without sin let him cast the first stone. Cline take out the beam from your own eyes and then you can talk other wise go and sit down.
  • dem say (26/05/2015, 11:52) Like (51) Dislike (1) Reply

    Karl has more integrity and credibility than you. 

  • .......... (26/05/2015, 12:16) Like (46) Dislike (3) Reply
    Between cline myron ms p pope and joe jack now kismet all a set of moo moo i could no longer follow the ndp
  • moo moo man (26/05/2015, 12:16) Like (30) Dislike (1) Reply
    Stop talking b4 you cost your side the election. The more you talk the less votes you guys are getting at large. Stop hating everybody, no comment on Wheatley tells me that he's sorta with you. Don't you have a bible to read or something man geez.
    • Oh Yeah! (26/05/2015, 13:15) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
      Sort of? You mean with. Come on people can't you see through this whole sham of an election. Something smell stink and it ain't seaweed. I hope we don't wait until after election to say " if I had only known".
      • insider (26/05/2015, 19:44) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        You think you know. None of you know where Mr. Wheatley stand, but Mr. Wheatley. Do you know what happens when you assume? Stop acting like you know.
  • Real (26/05/2015, 12:17) Like (28) Dislike (0) Reply
    First of all this man must consider whether he was called to be a preacher must less a Bishop. If he really reads his Bible he will see the qualities a bishop should have. I find it strange he is making comments on others before he clean up his own house. I wonder if he is interested in spreading the gospel or the money is first.be careful how you use God,s words.
  • voter (26/05/2015, 12:23) Like (36) Dislike (0) Reply
    This man will be the reason Parson will win the 2nd and Carl will win at large. Can't he ever say 'no comment'. What made him qualify some years ago and not Dawson now. If he isn't devil's advocate, the he's not who he is.
    • second (26/05/2015, 13:46) Like (31) Dislike (7) Reply
      If you sit and listen to both Parsons and pastor mitch as I have, I think both have qualities that will ensure the district receives fair representation, however I have concerns with pastor mitch ability to stand up in the house against his counterparts when they are engaged in wrong doing. Because of his youth and party affliation he might be more inclined to be less vocal. However Parsons being a bit older, and mature I can more see standing up to NDP Party leaders to ensure the second district receives it's fair share of development.

      I don't think we need a change in government but we certainly need a stronger opposition, I think Parsons will be great addition in that regard.
      • cosign (26/05/2015, 15:10) Like (23) Dislike (2) Reply
        We Pushin Parsons!
      • @second (26/05/2015, 16:32) Like (3) Dislike (9) Reply
        Stop trying to use Mitch's age as a negative, He is more than capable and has been standing his ground for what is right. His age as nothing to do with it. He is a man of principles and will continue to be so.

        So your not voting for Mitch because you want a strong opposition not because he isn't qualified and capable of doing the job. Thats just ridiculous.

        If we go off of what you said no one should be voting for S. DeCastro either.
      • Telecom (26/05/2015, 23:56) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
        I would like to see Parsons in the next HOA not only for his maturity, but because he comes with a wealth of telecommunications knowledge, which is a great asset in moving this country forward. There would arguably be little need to hire a consultant (saving the territory some half a million dollars over four years). Further, I strongly believe that he would approach the telecom issues amongst the various carriers with fairness and integrity. Overall, his service on the various boards means that he has keen insight into how government should function.

        Whilst Mitch is vibrant, I do believe that his true effectiveness will be hindered by the personal power play of the more self-centred and politically savvy members of his team, in much the same way that Archie, Delores and Alvera were stifled and often sidelined. I am not discounting Marlon's abilities, but it is crystal clear that he was permitted to shine. His achievements were clearly a political strategy to ensure that Mrs. Penn-Sallah or some other viable candidate would have a Herculean task of convincing the younger voters that he should not be returned to the HOA. Monies for capital projects are disbursed according to the whims and fancies of those who hold the purse strings. Maybe, Mitch might be another Marlon, and that is the most he can hope for.
  • Biased (26/05/2015, 13:03) Like (38) Dislike (0) Reply
    Bishop Cline I am disappointed, as it is now painfully obvious that your 'opinions' are quite biased ones.
  • A sad day (26/05/2015, 13:06) Like (7) Dislike (4) Reply
    It will certainly be a sad day if people vote out of revenge and not on who is best positioned to take this country further and not backwards. Don't let one man's opinion derail your otherwise good intentions. We are all entitled to our opinions even if no one agrees.
  • tell me (26/05/2015, 13:11) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    Cline have some thing to gain if the NDP get back in because to him only the NDP can run the VI trust if you all put back the NDP and not a strong opposition the VI will only have rich and poor if this man will get the churches together and pray that the Lord will guide us safe during this election period and always instead of constantly calling down other people to me he a BISHOP from hell.
  • calm (26/05/2015, 13:27) Like (26) Dislike (0) Reply
    i am ashamed of that man. before he cleans up his church that is currently a mess , and in utter shambles, he's trying to play politics dictator. FIX YOUR CHURCH. THEY ARE A MESS BECAUSE YOU ARE A MESS. DIDNT YOU SEE THE ATTENDANCE ON SUNDAY? HORRIBLE.
    • wize up (26/05/2015, 15:49) Like (1) Dislike (5) Reply
      @calm; you sound like a member for the international worship Center:
    • @calm (26/05/2015, 16:01) Like (13) Dislike (3) Reply
      Some of you church people are so hypocritical no wonder your leader behaves that way. You were obviously in church on Sunday or was told by a member or church goer there. If you see your brother in a fault, even if he is the pastor, help him out. Go to him, speak to him, and let him know your concerns. He has behaved exactly how you have allowed him to behave all these years because instead of being upfront with him, you come on here and post behind a screen where no one can see. Then you go Sunday after Sunday to listen to a man you think "is a mess" preach. You or whomever is providing you with this venom are HORRIBLE.
      • @calm (27/05/2015, 00:38) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
        You sound like one of them that Are sleeping / slept with him. When ppl would try talking , I understand that they are rejected and then preached about on the pulpit by him. But don't worry God will DEAL
        • tretretrete (27/05/2015, 14:48) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
          Really? I can say the same about you as you sound like a woman or man scorned for that matter! If you or whomever you are representing follow the biblical principles when things are out of order in a church and can't get any remedy through that process, then if I were you or them I would find another church to worship. I could not listen to a man preach Sunday after Sunday that I felt the way you feel about him. Just saying he may be wrong but maybe some introspection is also necessary on your part as well. Be honest with yourself and your pastor and speak to him about it. At least you would have done your part. If he listens great; if not, walk away and leave the rest to God.
        • Yep... (28/05/2015, 00:05) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
          Do what I did with him...shake the dust off your feet and walk away. Many of the leaders under his leadership are blinded by power and pride too. God will take care of that mess over at that church. Just sit and watch God work... and Pray!
    • shame on you! (26/05/2015, 22:12) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
      IF YOU FEEL THIS WAY, WHY DO YOU CONTINUE TO COME OR WATCH THE BROADCAST? FIX YOUR OWN HOUSE FIRST...
  • VG Realist (26/05/2015, 13:37) Like (23) Dislike (1) Reply
    Another thing, I noticed last Saturday Mr. Cline went on channel 51 on his show cross talk with Damion Grange when Fraser held his launching when the previous Saturday the VIP was live on TV for their official launching. This broadcast never airs on a Saturday evening. Call me a conspiracy theorist, but I personally think that that show was aired to block persons from seeing Fraser's launching being that he is vying for premiership. I will stay tuned to see whether another broadcast is aired on channel 51 this Saturday.
  • Yes (26/05/2015, 14:20) Like (5) Dislike (14) Reply
    @ Tortola greed you think the stipend that he gets from BVIHSA is what he is living off. You think he is the one who begged to stay on. FYI he doesn't need it. He does not need the church money. For all the money he has lent and given people and never got back he could be retired somewhere. So you think his gravy train will run out if NDP doesn't get it think again. you might be gone before that happens because it certainly is not from BVIHSA or NLBC
    • Tim (26/05/2015, 19:01) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      If he does not want the church money, then why is he there? Seems to me that he needs God in his heart. A very bias man because Mitch is his nephew. Cline get out of this mess you are in before you loose your soul
  • ndp (26/05/2015, 14:56) Like (1) Dislike (20) Reply
    We voting Mitch and the entire NDP team!! We did the thing last year ; that's why we're together this year !!
    • okay (26/05/2015, 18:07) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
      A vote for mitch is a vote the the clines they are all related i am making the switch but it aint for mitch.
  • Len (26/05/2015, 15:05) Like (19) Dislike (0) Reply
    Cline your opinion is bias in nature! It clearly shows that you have endorse "Turnbull".... maybe you're an NDP affiliate (just saying). For your information, a man of God should not be "partial". Dr. Dawson is a man of integrity. He will be a better leader than many of the leaders we have leading our blessed nation. In this i am confident!
  • First district (26/05/2015, 15:14) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    BE CAREFULL WHAT SAY BOSS VERY CAREFULL
  • ccc (26/05/2015, 15:19) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
    WELL SAW, LOOK WHA THE BVI COME TO. EVERYBODY KILLING EVERYBODY JUST FOR A VOTE, JUNE 8TH GOING TELL THE TALE. CLINE NEED TO GO SIT DOWN AND GET THE FOLKS TO SERVE GOD. HE DONT KNOW WHAT HE WANT, STAY IN THE CHURCH CLINE. LEAVE THE ELECTION ALONE, CAST YOUR VOTE AND GO SIT DOWN.
  • as I say (26/05/2015, 15:21) Like (22) Dislike (0) Reply
    Pastor Cline, there is something wrong with you...seriouly wrong. How come you have grown from this humble person I knew to a god?. There is something you are not telling the rest of us...something about your soul...it seems lost.....
  • wize up (26/05/2015, 15:34) Like (2) Dislike (22) Reply
    most of the folk that have an issue or have issues with John cline are broke(BROKE).....
    • Ok Brokest (29/05/2015, 10:32) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      What is your point? So what is he is more financially sound than some persons who blog against him? How many funerals have you been to? How many of those coffins/caskets were stuffed with the money the occupants made while alive? Wheel and come again. We can't take the riches with us. We need to be righteous and God-fearing not rich and hateful.
  • kids (26/05/2015, 16:23) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
    Vip.all the way this man need to go sit down and focus on God not poltics.
  • question (26/05/2015, 17:25) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    I question Cline's ability as a minister of the gospel. I will never set foot in that church. He need prayers.
  • As I said (26/05/2015, 17:43) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    @wise up its good to have money but it cant buy everything and this man who is rich is trying real hard to buy it
  • ooooo (26/05/2015, 18:17) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    that man is trying to protect that hospital TT at any cost...well sah!
  • the thing start now (26/05/2015, 18:18) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    Methodist vs. Baptist
  • Gravity (26/05/2015, 20:01) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    I really don't know who gave that man the title of bishop but this man is not a good example to be called a bishop so Mitch is good for politics and not Carl but time will tell for to call a prayer meeting for the next two week before the elections and pray for the country you talking trash first was Dancia you said she's like a fly in ointment and now this man go and pray if you don't have nothing good to say shut up
  • Cookie Jar (26/05/2015, 20:17) Like (12) Dislike (2) Reply

    A vote for NDP is a vote for JIC hands in the cookie jar.

  • Binocs (26/05/2015, 21:53) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    This man is out of place no respect please read the bible in James. Bishop you need to stop oh God help us
  • Oh Stop it (26/05/2015, 22:20) Like (0) Dislike (7) Reply
    Just a couple of months ago when this news site published a story about Bishop Cline saying that Fraser could be the next Premier, everybody had something good to say about him. Now because he makes a statement based on an interview from this same site, he is the worse person in the world. not only that, but it seems like anybody who is not pro-vip, you people have something negative to blog. see vino article here... http://www.virginislandsnewsonline.com/en/news/i-stand-by-statement-hon-fraser-could-be-next-premier-bishop-john-i-cline PEOPLE GET A LIFE
  • Yelr@ (27/05/2015, 01:25) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    Wait a minute there. The Bishop is questioning Dr. Dawson's readiness, knowledge, skill, vision, experience? Oh wow. And did he not thrust Mr. Turnbull way ahead of the good doctor? So let me see, here is a mn running the top educational facility in this BVI being pitted against a junior who has done service with youths in his district. Well this is so not a competition it's better he be removed to Sandy lane and leave the BVIHSA soonest.
  • Petty (27/05/2015, 10:42) Like (0) Dislike (6) Reply
    You know what John Cline is the only one with balls to speak on any issue controversial or not. How come VINO doesn't call any other church leaders they always going to him. Why because they know they will get an honest answer. but guess what at the end of the day I bet you he goes home and get a good night sleep while you all are out there stewing about who he disrespecting from who not. He will still be standing tall although short in stature. The haters will continue to hate until they have a problem and want help.
  • mute (27/05/2015, 22:45) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    I know I should let my voice be heard via my vote...but I decided to just sit and watch the puppets..I ask a young lady I met in a store one day(she was wearing a NDP shirt) so y u voting ndp.. She said 'cause they does help me' I further asked do u have kids...her reply was yes. My interrogation continued ...have u thought about their future..she said yeh man...so she ask me ..who you voting for...I said no one cause I care about my future....I was not going to post this and I am sure the young lady is looking at this..I have since changed my mind..who I vote for has to show me a face behind the words..I going allllllllllllll out this year.
    • second (28/05/2015, 08:16) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Another one of the youth was asked why NDP and I realise he could not answer either. He actually could not answer and was fumbling for words. My heart was saddened.
      • Third (28/05/2015, 10:16) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        I too had a conversation with one youth as they are in the Youths for Walwyn. And to be honest, these young people have no clue of the political process or the real issues. I must say though, the NDP has market themselves towards the youth effectively but it is all fluff no real substance. They do not watch and or listen to House of Assembly sittings to get an idea of what's going on and listen to rumors. Sad times we live in.
  • Bipartisan (28/05/2015, 09:11) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thank God we are able to have free speech in this country and I embrace it. However the people of the BVI is so tunnel vision that if they have loyalty to a political party regardless if that party is being destructive and unaccountable with no transparency, the people will support them. A ham, turkey and $500 is what they long for every Christmas and four years respectively. There is no long term vision. I hope that people will really sit down and compare notes between the two parties and make their decision accordingly. Remember, no taxation without representation.
  • chad (29/05/2015, 09:54) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    You identified with the blogger because...
    You went through the same thing. Poor thing. Stop being so evil.
  • Member of NLBC (01/06/2015, 10:42) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why is it that you are so politically involved?


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