As a citizen of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, I am entitled to certain "rights", under the "Constitution". (The bold print are the ones that apply to my work, as an activist in the steelband movement:
EXCERPTS FROM "THE CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO":
CHAPTER 1
THE RECOGNITION AND PROTECTION OF FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS
PART I. Rights enshrined...
4. Recognition and declaration of rights and freedoms
It is hereby recognised and declared that in Trinidad and Tobago there have existed and shall continue to exist without discrimination by reason of race, origin, colour, religion or sex, the fundamental human rights and freedoms set out under this Chapter.
5.Right to life,liberty and security
(1) Everyone has the right to life, liberty, security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof except by due process of law.
(2) Everyone has the right to have his life respected and this right shall be protected by law and, in general, from the moment of conception.
(3) Everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure.
(4) No one shall be deprived of his liberty except in the following cases and in accordance with a procedure prescribed:
(a) the lawful detention of a person after conviction by a court;
(b) the lawful arrest or detention of a person for non-compliance with the lawful order of a court or in order to secure the fulfilment of any obligation prescribed by law;
(c) the lawful arrest or detention of a person...
(e) the lawful arrest or detention of a person to prevent his effecting an unauthorised entry
into the country or of a person against whom action is being taken with a view to his deportation or extradition
6. Right to property
7. Right to equality before the law
Everyone has the right to equality before and under the law and the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination based on any grounds.
8. Right to equality of treatment
.(1) Everyone has the right to equality of treatment from any public authority in the exercise of any of its functions without discrimination based on any grounds.
(2) The State shall not discriminate directly or indirectly against anyone on any grounds, and where there is discrimination on any ground, it is presumed to be discriminatory unless it is established that the discrimination is reasonably justifiable in a free and democratic society that has a proper respect for the rights and freedoms of the individual.
9. Right to privacy
10. Political rights
(1) Everyone has the right to join political parties and express political views.
(2) Everyone is free to make political choices, which includes the right to-
(a) form a political party;
(b) participate in the activities of, or recruit members for, a political party, and to campaign for a political party or cause.
11. Right to education
12. Freedom of movement
(1) Everyone has the right to freedom of movement.
(2) Everyone has the right to leave the State.
(3) Every citizen has the right to enter, remain and reside anywhere in the State.
(4) Every citizen has the right to a passport.
13. Freedom of religion
.(1) Everyone has the right to freedom of conscience and religion.
(2) The right of freedom of religion includes the freedom to adopt any religion or belief or to change one’s religion or belief and freedom either alone or in community with others and in public or in private, to manifest his religion or belief in worship, teachings, practice and observance.
(3) The right in subsection (1) does not extend to advocacy of hatred, ridicule or contempt based on race, gender or religion, or which constitutes incitement to cause harm or violence.
14. Freedom of thought and expression
.(1) Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression.
(2) The right under this section includes the freedom to exercise it in any form and by any means.
(3) The right under this section shall not prevent the State from requiring the licensing of or other forms of regulating any means of broadcasting or publishing information or data to the public.
(4) The exercise of the right under this section may be subject to such formalities, conditions, restrictions or penalties as are prescribed by law and are reasonably justifiable in a free and democratic society, such as in the interest of national security, territorial integrity, public safety, the prevention of disorder, crime or the disclosure of information received in confidence, the protection of health, morals, the reputation of others or the rights and freedoms of others, or for maintaining the independence of the Judiciary.
(5) The right in subsection (1) does not extend to advocacy of hatred, ridicule or contempt based on race, gender or religion, or which constitutes incitement to cause harm or violence. (For example, calling for a police "ruff up".)
15. Freedom of assembly and association
(1) Everyone has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and to freedom of association with others, including the right to join a trade union or such similar association for the protection of his interest.
(2) The exercise of the rights under this section may be subject to such formalities, conditions, restrictions or penalties as are prescribed by law and are reasonably justifiable in a free and democratic society, such as in the interest of national security, territorial integrity, public safety, the
prevention of disorder, crime or the disclosure of information received in confidence, the protection of health, morals, the reputation of others or the rights and freedoms of others, or for maintaining the independence of the Judiciary.
(3) The rights in subsection (1) shall not prevent the imposition of lawful restriction of its exercise by members of the armed or military forces, police force or the administration of the State.
16. Witness protection
17. Right to housing
18. Right to basic amenities
19. Prohibition against torture and other cruel punishment
No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, degrading, or disproportionately severe treatment or punishment.
20. Freedom of culture
Everyone has the right to participate in the cultural life of his choice, but no one exercising this right may do so in a manner inconsistent with this Constitution.
21. Freedom of the press
(1) Everyone has the right to freedom of the press and other media of communication.
(2) Everyone has the right to the free interchange of thoughts and opinions.
(3) Everyone may accordingly speak, write or publish freely, subject to the responsibility to answer for abuses of this freedom in circumstances prescribed.
22. Right to citizenship
No citizen shall be deprived of his citizenship.
23. Rights of the child
24. Protection of rights and freedoms This may be THE MOST IMPORTANT, and I supply you with the link to it, as it is somewhat lengthy. http://www.ttparliament.org/documents/1043.pdf
25. Saving for existing rights and freedoms
On my "rights" as a worker:
Preamble Whereas the People of Trinidad and Tobago-
b. respect the principles of social justice and therefore
believe that the operation of the economic system
should result in the material resources of the society
being so distributed as to subserve the common
good, that there should be adequate means of
livelihood for all, that labour should not be exploited
or forced by economic necessity to operate in
inhumane conditions but that there should be an
opportunity for advancement on the basis of
recognition of merit, ability and integrity...
Anyway, I just wanted to reassure you, that I am not naive or "crazy", and "The Constitution" is something I refer to constantly. Now whether Steve "SIDD" Taylor gets the "authorities" to do what he stated he would like to see done, or not, I will continue to act within the parameters of the laws of both Trinidad & Tobago, and the United States of America, and understanding Trinidad & Tobago to be a member of the United Nations, I will address ANY violations of my rights enacted by the government of Trinidad & Tobago. I hope that they are not as moronic and blinded by racism, as is this Snake In Dougle Disguise, and I certainly hope that the "cyber police", the "TTPS", and this "PP" government, do their thorough investigation, and see who is the TRUE traitor of our beloved country. He claims to hold many titles, yet, he was not afforded "one red cent", for his advice to "PT", while FCL made almost $0.5K (TTD). And knowing where his demented mind is at ("billions", not "millions"), he is attempting to position himself to get some of the profits generated in pan, although like FCL and their group, are not, nor have ever been involved in pan, whether as players, supporters, of sponsors. He talks about how much he's worth, has he EVER given ANYTHING to ANY pan side in Trinidad & Tobago? I believe I know the answer, and this slimely caricature of a human being, is ALL about himself, and hoarding "cocks" to you know what.
For the rest of the WST board, I thank you sincerely, for allowing me the freedom of expression, that was necessary if finally exposing this agent of chaos and mischief, and from now on I will use more "professional" language, not because I'm going to be EVER afraid of calling Steve "SIDD" Taylor a "cock-sucking, two-bit, ole-arse, flabby-breasted, whore", but because, unlike what you all may think, I really do have respect and honor for this forum, and the administrators know it. You are free to go back and look for ANY obscene or profane language, and EVERY word choice was calculated, to walk the tight rope between what can be said and what cannot be said on the internet. For example, we ALL know what "WTF" means, but it is legal and accepted to use on the web. NOT everyone has the same religious/moral value system, and none dominates the other. This is why there are laws, rules, regulations, terms of service, etc. and as you all should know by now: I RESEARCH EVERYTHING!!!
Your FOREVER In Pan,
George D. Goddard, B.A. (Cum Laude) In SIDDS' mouth!!! Okay, I promise, that's it; just culdn't help meself, one last time. Unless, he continues to throw corn. Then his favorite "fowl" will come a-pecking. lmbao (Stands for: LAUGHING MY BLACK ASS OFF!)
Pan'tum - The Ghost Who Talks. Honoring The Legacy Of George "Sonny" Goddard.
(Copy and Paste to your "authorities", Fella Tio. Take care of the neck.)
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