rowley PNM fundraiser London

[desifemlove]

http://www.looptt.com/content/rowley-no ... ion-leader

Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has labelled criticism of him by Opposition leader Kamla Persad-Bissessar as part of a pitiful campaign for re-election.

Yesterday, Persad-Bissessar released a statement questioning why Rowley intends to make an appearance at a People’s National Movement (PNM) event in London on December 1 to raise funds to renovate Balisier House while he is on official state business.

At the launch of the Economic Advisory Board at the Office of the Prime Minister today, Rowley said he had nothing to hide.

“There is no question that she could ask me that I wouldn’t be happy to answer.”
Rowley posed this question to the former prime minister: “I simply want to ask the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago of recent vintage if during her five year period (in office) if she ever went or took part in anything outside of the normal business of government that could be deemed to be political in nature.”

He said when Persad-Bissessar answers that question, he would be open to any discussion she wishes to have.

Rowley added that Persad-Bissessar’s concern is a non-issue, and one that he rejects.

The Economic Advisory Board was established by Cabinet to advise the Prime Minister on matters of economic policy and lead the development of strategies and plans, programmes and policies towards the implementation of an economic development framework.

The members of the board are as follows: Chairman Dr Terrence Farrel, Trevor Lynch, Alison Lewis, Dr Rolph Balgobin, Dr Selvon Hazel, and Dr Ronald Ramkissoon. They were presented with their letters of appointment today.






Don't get the issue...many leaders does make side stops. Obama does, Cameron, Putin. provided no state funds coming from this, i doh see no issue, as long as it solely PNM funded. and if he has free time, why not?

And ent she make side stops on official tours? who she to bobol on he......if hypocrisy was the criteria for winning she election, landslide victory....

[De Dragon]

Poor response, which sadly was/is a feature of Rowley. I read the article and if he chose to raise funds then that is fine, but to say that he is beyond questioning is to sound arrogant, and I dare say t play right into KPB's hands. Why not explain that State funds are not being used in any way for Balisier House restoration and that the fundraiser is an example or responsible spending.

[j.o.e]

Why should Rowley state all that? .... Kamla's issue is that he's attending the PNM function while on state business in London .... When has it ever been wrong to do that ? When a head of state visits a country party groups, resident Trinis etc often have events and galas. KPB has done several in Miami etc and it is nothing wrong or strange ..... Make a proper accusation and I'm sure the PM will respond.

[De Dragon]

Why should Rowley state all that? .... Kamla's issue is that he's attending the PNM function while on state business in London .... When has it ever been wrong to do that ? When a head of state visits a country party groups, resident Trinis etc often have events and galas. KPB has done several in Miami etc and it is nothing wrong or strange ..... Make a proper accusation and I'm sure the PM will respond.

While I don't expect him to respond to every charge/accusation from the Opposition, this is a charge of misuse of State resources. I'm pretty sure if he had mentioned that he would be stopping in London for the fundraiser even before he left for Malta, and that it was a private affair, then we would have none of this discussion.
To do things differently, and to act more wisely and responsibly is the direction the "new politics" should be going.

[eliteauto]

Why should Rowley state all that? .... Kamla's issue is that he's attending the PNM function while on state business in London .... When has it ever been wrong to do that ? When a head of state visits a country party groups, resident Trinis etc often have events and galas. KPB has done several in Miami etc and it is nothing wrong or strange ..... Make a proper accusation and I'm sure the PM will respond.

While I don't expect him to respond to every charge/accusation from the Opposition, this is a charge of misuse of State resources. I'm pretty sure if he had mentioned that he would be stopping in London for the fundraiser even before he left for Malta, and that it was a private affair, then we would have none of this discussion.
To do things differently, and to act more wisely and responsibly is the direction the "new politics" should be going.

I realize that some of you living in some kinda dream world yes! You don't get over your rival by playing nice.

UNC gonna gripe over everything, don't pretend otherwise. It's because it was stated that they are griping. PPl talk about "new politics" then go begging for the old way of things so they can gripe

[De Dragon]

All I'm saying is that the Express article made it seem as some kinda hush hush not totally above board affair. Politics is about winning people over, and KR could have done this by stating in advance that he was going to be attending the fundraiser. I know die hard anti-PNM peeps gonna never accept any explanation, but for the non-aligned or average citizen, it would seem as if there was something to hide.

[zoom rader]

Why would Rowley need a fund raiser
Let the Syrians give him the money since they are the PNM financiers and stand to benefit from state kickbacks.

[K74T]

Let the Syrians give him the money since they are the PNM financiers and stand to benefit from state kickbacks.

Why should he follow in the same style of the previous administration?

[pjfred]

Let the Syrians give him the money since they are the PNM financiers and stand to benefit from state kickbacks.

Why should he follow in the same style of the previous administration?

Allyuh leave manning alone, he already apologised to the nation for his abuse and corruption already.

[K74T]

Almost...










But nah.

[LeRobot]

Let the Syrians give him the money since they are the PNM financiers and stand to benefit from state kickbacks.

Why should he follow in the same style of the previous administration?

Same style? All of those Syrian financiers are till there. Why would you think otherwise?

[desifemlove]

Why would Rowley need a fund raiser
Let the Syrians give him the money since they are the PNM financiers and stand to benefit from state kickbacks.

eh? UNC is the richest party......how many Syrians in T&T? 10000? Lot more UNC base people with firms who can/do finance...

[RASC]

Straws going on ration again guys. Be alert during this season!

[nervewrecker]

Set of bickering.

I don't see any problem with what the man doing.

[D Diesel Report]

When UNC gets their own place to call their own then they will understand.

But even so, Rowley arrogance is starting to show. Let me get my popcorn ready for the coming months when the Rottweiler shows his true form.

[RASC]

Hahaha check this next one. Focus on your election dude.

[Habit7]

Kamla have no shame

[eliteauto]

for my own edification can someone show me where in the article the PM was arrogant? Diesel Report/Dragon?

[Habit7]

for my own edification can someone show me where in the article the PM was arrogant? Diesel Report/Dragon?

"I see hate, bitterness, acrimony, animosity and, Mr Speaker, I see a man completely out of control."

[zoom rader]

Kamla have no shame

That different bia and it's not pandering for money or support for a political party.

[j.o.e]

Kamla have no shame

That different bia and it's not pandering for money or support for a political party.

http://www.trinijunglejuice.com/tjjnews ... Page1.html

join us on Friday July 9th 2010 at the Warehouse Ballroom in Lauderhill for a Cultural Evening in honor of the Prime Minister of Trinidad & Tobago.

Her visit comes at a time when many Trinidad and Tobago nationals living in Florida and the US continue to celebrate the phenomenal victory at the polls in May. The Prime Minister recognises the important role which friends and supporters in Florida and the US played in the elections and is looking forward to next week when she can say thank you in person.

Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar was here in January and April of this year for receptions and fundraisers also organized by UNC Florida Inc. UNC Florida Inc. was the first party group outside of Trinidad and Tobago to host Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar before she was the Political leader of the UNC and later as the Opposition Leader and Leader of the UNC.

So friends, come join us on Friday July 9th from 9 pm at the Warehouse Ballroom, 3500 NW 15th street, Lauderhill, Fl, 33311. The contribution to be part of this fundraising event is $100. Advance Tickets only. For Tickets and information please call 305.393.8721.

Stfu

[zoom rader]

Kamla have no shame

That different bia and it's not pandering for money or support for a political party.

http://www.trinijunglejuice.com/tjjnews ... Page1.html

join us on Friday July 9th 2010 at the Warehouse Ballroom in Lauderhill for a Cultural Evening in honor of the Prime Minister of Trinidad & Tobago.

Her visit comes at a time when many Trinidad and Tobago nationals living in Florida and the US continue to celebrate the phenomenal victory at the polls in May. The Prime Minister recognises the important role which friends and supporters in Florida and the US played in the elections and is looking forward to next week when she can say thank you in person.

Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar was here in January and April of this year for receptions and fundraisers also organized by UNC Florida Inc. UNC Florida Inc. was the first party group outside of Trinidad and Tobago to host Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar before she was the Political leader of the UNC and later as the Opposition Leader and Leader of the UNC.

So friends, come join us on Friday July 9th from 9 pm at the Warehouse Ballroom, 3500 NW 15th street, Lauderhill, Fl, 33311. The contribution to be part of this fundraising event is $100. Advance Tickets only. For Tickets and information please call 305.393.8721.

Stfu

Where does it say she went on a state funded trip?

[V2NR 3.0]

All I'm saying is that the Express article made it seem as some kinda hush hush not totally above board affair. Politics is about winning people over, and KR could have done this by stating in advance that he was going to be attending the fundraiser. I know die hard anti-PNM peeps gonna never accept any explanation, but for the non-aligned or average citizen, it would seem as if there was something to hide.

Why are you guys beating up on Dragon. He is simply saying the proper management and articulation of information and guided responses by the PM would have created a better impression. This is a common tool used in all public relation strategies.

By the PM's poor responses, it further perpetuates the points of arrogance and stand off-fish which could have all been avoided. That's all

[zoom rader]

All I'm saying is that the Express article made it seem as some kinda hush hush not totally above board affair. Politics is about winning people over, and KR could have done this by stating in advance that he was going to be attending the fundraiser. I know die hard anti-PNM peeps gonna never accept any explanation, but for the non-aligned or average citizen, it would seem as if there was something to hide.

Why are you guys beating up on Dragon. He is simply saying the proper management and articulation of information and guided responses by the PM would have created a better impression. This is a common tool used in all public relation strategies.

By the PM's poor responses, it further perpetuates the points of arrogance and stand off-fish which could have all been avoided. That's all

If Rowley wants to go on state funded trip and raise support for his party and collect money then that's his business . He should do this on every state funded trip. But I will not be voting for that conflict of interest and don't think his supporters would not see it that way.

[j.o.e]

Let's call a spade a spade. KPB hypocrisy is sickening
http://www.looptt.com/content/griffith- ... trip-malta

Former Minister of National Security Gary Griffith says the criticism of the Prime Minister’s trip to the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Malta is unfortunate.

Griffith says questions from United National Congress political leader hopeful Vasant Bharath concerning the funding available for Dr. Keith Rowley’s wife, Sharon Rowley to be part of the delegation, are meant to score cheap political points.

Bharath has recently said that he hopes the funding for her trip comes from personal finances and not tax payers.

However, Griffith says there is indeed a specific role and function for the spouse of a Prime Minister or Head of State, which includes representation and accompanying their spouse at overseas events, if available.

He says spouses can be regarded as public figures and they are therefore frequently expected to accompany the Prime Minister at public events.

Griffith questions why Bharath did not voice such objections when the previous Prime Minister included two hair dressers, two personal assistants, a communications officer, a public relations coordinator, three special advisors, one personal photographer, and one personal media reporter for foreign travel.

He also notes that a spouse plays a highly influential role as the advisor to the PM, even though they are not paid to do so.


http://www.trinidadexpress.com/20151113 ... malta-trip


The Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley-led Trinidad and Tobago delegation to the Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) meeting in Malta will cost the taxpayer $1.1 million.
The ten-man delegation includes the Prime Minister’s wife, Sharon.
Communications Minister Maxie Cuffie yesterday contrasted this with the Kamla Persad-Bissessar-led delegation on the CHOGM trip to Australia which cost $3.2 million.
Her husband Dr Gregory Bissessar accompanied her to China in 2014.
Cuffie defended the cost to be incurred by Rowley, noting that the former government’s cost was three times higher.





This is why no one is taking KPB seriously she holds everyone else to a standard that she doesn't comply to.

[zoom rader]

Let's call a spade a spade. KPB hypocrisy is sickening
http://www.looptt.com/content/griffith- ... trip-malta

Former Minister of National Security Gary Griffith says the criticism of the Prime Minister’s trip to the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Malta is unfortunate.

Griffith says questions from United National Congress political leader hopeful Vasant Bharath concerning the funding available for Dr. Keith Rowley’s wife, Sharon Rowley to be part of the delegation, are meant to score cheap political points.

Bharath has recently said that he hopes the funding for her trip comes from personal finances and not tax payers.

However, Griffith says there is indeed a specific role and function for the spouse of a Prime Minister or Head of State, which includes representation and accompanying their spouse at overseas events, if available.

He says spouses can be regarded as public figures and they are therefore frequently expected to accompany the Prime Minister at public events.

Griffith questions why Bharath did not voice such objections when the previous Prime Minister included two hair dressers, two personal assistants, a communications officer, a public relations coordinator, three special advisors, one personal photographer, and one personal media reporter for foreign travel.

He also notes that a spouse plays a highly influential role as the advisor to the PM, even though they are not paid to do so.


http://www.trinidadexpress.com/20151113 ... malta-trip


The Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley-led Trinidad and Tobago delegation to the Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) meeting in Malta will cost the taxpayer $1.1 million.
The ten-man delegation includes the Prime Minister’s wife, Sharon.
Communications Minister Maxie Cuffie yesterday contrasted this with the Kamla Persad-Bissessar-led delegation on the CHOGM trip to Australia which cost $3.2 million.
Her husband Dr Gregory Bissessar accompanied her to China in 2014.
Cuffie defended the cost to be incurred by Rowley, noting that the former government’s cost was three times higher.





This is why no one is taking KPB seriously she holds everyone else to a standard that she doesn't comply to.

I guess Australia is closer to Trinidad than Malta and should be alot cheaper where airfares are concerned.

[Redman]

Lol

Nah Zoom ...yuh prefer to vote for the other conflicts....
Like having ministers of Nat sec own active security companies.

Or min of health that own private hospitals that benefit from a failed health. System.

I don't see the issue....it makes sense to use the fact that you already there to do as much as possible.
Saves time and resources.

Regardless of state visit or not

[j.o.e]

PRIME MINISTER Kamla Persad-Bissessar was scheduled to leave the country early this morning on a ten-day visit to New York.


Persad-Bissessar was travelling at 1 a.m. this morning out of Piarco International Airport on a commercial flight.


She is scheduled to return to the country on August 22, her itinerary from the Office of the Prime Minister indicated.


Finance Minister Winston Dookeran will act as Prime Minister during Persad-Bissessar's absence.


Persad-Bissessar is a special guest in the India Day Parade on Sunday held in honour of 64th anniversary of India's Independence.


On Saturday Persad-Bissessar is also expected to be interviewed by India TV Network after which she will visit the Shiva Temple for a reception.


The following is Persad-Bissessar's full itinerary for the ten-day trip:





Friday 13:


Noon-1.30 p.m. Visit to State University of New York, Albany.


6.30 p.m. Polytechnic Institute Public Symposium, Brooklyn


7.30 p.m. Public Meeting at Calypso City, now called Maracas, Queens.


8.30 p.m. Fundraiser and dinner at Liberty Avenue, Queens.


Saturday 14:


4 p.m. Interview with India TV Network, Long Island City.


5 p.m. Visit to Shiva Temple for reception Richmond Hill, Queens


7.30 p.m. Fundraiser in Long Island at Vijay Nahata residence, Upper Brookville.


Sunday 15:


12.45 p.m. India Day Parade at Madison Avenue and 38th Street, Manhattan.


7 p.m. Ramayan in the Park at Liberty Avenue, Queens


8 p.m. Fundraiser at Lefferts Boulevard and Rockaway Boulevard, Queens


Monday 16:


2 p.m. GOPIO Meeting at Marriot Marquis


3 p.m. Business Meeting at Marriot Marquis



6 p.m. Federation of Indian Association Dinner at Royal Albert's Palace, New Jersey


Saturday 21:


9 p.m. to 2 a.m. TT United Cultural Association Reception at Queens Village.

http://www.trinidadexpress.com/news/Kam ... tint_.html

So many fundraisers so little time.

[zoom rader]

Lol

Nah Zoom ...yuh prefer to vote for the other conflicts....
Like having ministers of Nat sec own active security companies.

Or min of health that own private hospitals that benefit from a failed health. System.

I don't see the issue....it makes sense to use the fact that you already there to do as much as possible.
Saves time and resources.

Regardless of state visit or not

Jah bless Trinre for getting all the state vehicles insurance contracts . Don't forget Lenny Saith for his government rented buildings.

[zoom rader]

PRIME MINISTER Kamla Persad-Bissessar was scheduled to leave the country early this morning on a ten-day visit to New York.


Persad-Bissessar was travelling at 1 a.m. this morning out of Piarco International Airport on a commercial flight.


She is scheduled to return to the country on August 22, her itinerary from the Office of the Prime Minister indicated.


Finance Minister Winston Dookeran will act as Prime Minister during Persad-Bissessar's absence.


Persad-Bissessar is a special guest in the India Day Parade on Sunday held in honour of 64th anniversary of India's Independence.


On Saturday Persad-Bissessar is also expected to be interviewed by India TV Network after which she will visit the Shiva Temple for a reception.


The following is Persad-Bissessar's full itinerary for the ten-day trip:





Friday 13:


Noon-1.30 p.m. Visit to State University of New York, Albany.


6.30 p.m. Polytechnic Institute Public Symposium, Brooklyn


7.30 p.m. Public Meeting at Calypso City, now called Maracas, Queens.


8.30 p.m. Fundraiser and dinner at Liberty Avenue, Queens.


Saturday 14:


4 p.m. Interview with India TV Network, Long Island City.


5 p.m. Visit to Shiva Temple for reception Richmond Hill, Queens


7.30 p.m. Fundraiser in Long Island at Vijay Nahata residence, Upper Brookville.


Sunday 15:


12.45 p.m. India Day Parade at Madison Avenue and 38th Street, Manhattan.


7 p.m. Ramayan in the Park at Liberty Avenue, Queens


8 p.m. Fundraiser at Lefferts Boulevard and Rockaway Boulevard, Queens


Monday 16:


2 p.m. GOPIO Meeting at Marriot Marquis


3 p.m. Business Meeting at Marriot Marquis



6 p.m. Federation of Indian Association Dinner at Royal Albert's Palace, New Jersey


Saturday 21:


9 p.m. to 2 a.m. TT United Cultural Association Reception at Queens Village.

http://www.trinidadexpress.com/news/Kam ... tint_.html

So many fundraisers so little time.

Where does it say State funded trip?