DistantNews
Support us
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago /Culture & Society

Talking Unity but Saturated with Hate

From Trinidad Express · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Opinion Named sources Context piece
  • A concerned citizen laments the prevalence of hate speech and division in Trinidad and Tobago, despite calls for unity.
  • The author criticizes leaders from both major political parties for making divisive remarks that fuel racism and discrimination.
  • The piece urges citizens to prioritize the country, respect each other, and extend love regardless of race or creed to build a better nation.

Despite public calls for unity, Trinidad and Tobago is deeply divided by hate speech and discrimination, a concerned citizen writes. The author observes that individuals' true feelings are revealed through their words and actions over time, noting that some residents harbor deep hatred for others.

Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.

— Arnold GopeesinghIntroducing the theme of how individuals' words reflect their inner feelings.

Racism and discrimination remain significant issues, evident in the remarks made by some individuals. The divisive spirit of race and ethnicity continues to manifest in various forms, creating further separation among the population. The author expresses embarrassment over statements made by leaders in Parliament and other forums, stating that these divisive messages come from both major political parties.

You cannot hide who you are forever; the true you will eventually turn up.

— Arnold GopeesinghEmphasizing the inevitability of true character being revealed.

The writer appeals to citizens, reminding them to put the country first. If citizens truly love Trinidad and Tobago, they should act to unite people, respect one another, and treat others as they wish to be treated. The message emphasizes extending love to all, irrespective of color, creed, or race, and condemns discrimination.

There are those living among us who are saturated with deep hatred for others.

— Arnold GopeesinghDescribing the presence of deep-seated animosity within the population.

Gratitude for what the nation possesses is encouraged, alongside a call to leave a legacy of pride instead of spreading hate. The piece concludes with a collective aspiration to make Trinidad and Tobago a better place for everyone.

The divisive spirit of race and ethnicity continues to show its ugly head in various forms, creating more division among us as a people.

— Arnold GopeesinghHighlighting the persistent impact of racial and ethnic divisions.
DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Trinidad Express in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

More Stories

From Our Blog