Just when you think Fred Mitchell, Chairman of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), has reached the zenith of political absurdity, he manages to pull off a dazzling feat of rhetorical contortionism. This time, his target isn’t national issues or substantive policy but a conveniently fabricated grievance against the Free National Movement (FNM) and its former leader and former Prime Minister, the Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis.

Bravo, Fred—truly, no one plays the “Blame Game Olympics” better then you and the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP).

The Blame Parade: From COVID to AI Conspiracies

Mitchell claims that the former Prime Minister “personally attacked” the current PM, Philip Davis. However, where exactly is this so-called attack? Is it buried under the pile of economic mismanagement and rising crime statistics that the PLP refuses to address? Or perhaps it’s hidden in the skyrocketing electricity bills the Bahamian people have to endure while Eleuthera suffers its very own power woes without any resolution in sight?

Rather than addressing these tangible concerns, Mitchell pivots to a well-worn PLP strategy: misdirection. COVID deaths? Blame Minnis. Corruption allegations? Blame the FNM. A rising tide of crime and despair? Somehow, blame the opposition. Yet, it’s worth noting that Prime Minister Davis has made no meaningful strides in combating these challenges either. Is this what Mitchell considers “a man of the people”?

Fred Mitchell’s indignation over Minnis’s mention of corruption is laughable. The PLP’s resistance to a Commission of Inquiry into allegations involving high-ranking officials reeks of hypocrisy. If this government is so committed to transparency, why is it balking at a legitimate investigation? The PLP’s reluctance to allow sunlight on these matters speaks louder than Mitchell’s bluster.

And now we delve into the bizarre claim of “AI-generated notes.” Mitchell accuses the FNM of fabricating AI-generated narratives to twist his own words. This is rich coming from a party that seems increasingly adept at deploying distractions. Could this statement itself be a pre-emptive excuse for future revelations? The irony here is thicker than the political smog choking our national discourse.

Mitchell concludes by attempting to cast the FNM as violent and criminal—a blatant act of political projection. The real question, however, isn’t what the FNM has done, but what the PLP has failed to do. Rising poverty, spiraling energy costs, and a public service plagued by inefficiency—this is the PLP’s brand under Philip Davis. And yet, Mitchell thinks we should be comforted by the Prime Minister’s “humble heart” and Christmas platitudes. Bahamians aren’t fooled by this empty rhetoric.

So let us be clear:

1. COVID Management: The PLP criticizes Minnis for pandemic deaths but offers no evidence that their approach would have yielded better results.

2. Corruption Inquiry: The FNM has called for transparency through a Commission of Inquiry, but the PLP refuses to engage.

3. Energy Costs: Under the PLP, electricity rates have soared, burdening families and businesses alike.

4. Crime and Safety: The PLP has not demonstrated an effective strategy to curb violence, despite their grandstanding.

Fred Mitchell’s latest tirade serves as a reminder of how far political discourse has fallen under his Chairmanship. Instead of engaging in meaningful debate, he resorts to petty attacks and baseless claims. Bahamians deserve a government that addresses their concerns, not one that deflects blame with the finesse of a schoolyard bully.

So, Mr. Mitchell, the next time you feel the urge to cry foul over the FNM or conjure up AI conspiracies, perhaps take a moment to address the real issues facing our nation. After all, the Bahamas deserves better.

The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) fails for one reason, it is their nature.

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