There is the now-familiar fairy tale of the Grand Lucayan Resort and casino — eternally “a work in progress,” joined at the hip with the airport and apparently destined to remain so until the end of time. According to the Chairman of the New Day Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), the public should simply visit YouTube, listen carefully, and then do what Bahamians are always asked to do under PLP stewardship: wait patiently and trust blindly.

Predictably, the Chairman attempts to deflect by attacking the former Free National Movement (FNM) administration, accusing them of doing “nothing” for Grand Bahama. What he conveniently fails to mention is that this very PLP government cancelled the deal left in place for the Grand Lucayan Resort. Or was it the Princess Margaret Hospital deal they cancelled and sent the money back for? Or was it both? The facts seem to shift depending on the day, but the cancellations remain constant.

Now, after years of delay, aborted agreements, and photo-op announcements, the Chairman tells the people of Grand Bahama and the wider Bahamas that they must show patience because “we also know how long things take to get done in our country.” Indeed, we do — especially when nothing is being explained, nothing is being signed, and nothing is being delivered. So, the obvious question is: what exactly is being done? Beyond speeches, interviews, and election-season reassurances, where is the substance?

We are simply told, without evidence or timelines, that “the PLP is getting it done.” No details. No deadlines. No accountability. Just faith. And conveniently, we are reminded that a general election is upon us — cue the return of promises, briefings, visits, and candidates suddenly discovering Grand Bahama once again.

Yes, Mr. Mitchell, there is a general election this year. And it appears the PLP has returned to its most reliable campaign strategy: lots of talk, grand declarations, recycled blame, and remarkably little delivery. The people of Grand Bahama — and The Bahamas — deserve more than vague assurances and political sermons. They deserve honesty, transparency, and results.

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