A Day in Parliament: Fighting to Get Answers for Jamaica

You saw the headlines. You saw the clips. What you probably did not see was the nearly three hours of parliamentary proceedings that came before them. Over the weekend, I condensed that entire exchange into a 22-minute video to give Jamaicans a clearer view of what actually happened inside Parliament. This video is not really about a cell phone. It is about the repeated interruptions, procedural disputes, microphone cut-offs, lengthy interventions, and the challenges opposition MPs face when trying to get answers on behalf of the Jamaican people. On this occasion, a ministerial statement and questions that should have taken a fraction of the time stretched on for hours. The result was a Parliament consumed by conflict instead of focused on the business of the country. Whether you agree with me or not, I encourage you to watch the full video and judge for yourself. If you have ever wondered why Parliament sometimes appears chaotic, this breakdown may help explain why. Watch, share, and let me know your thoughts in the comments. #ParliamentJA #Jamaica #Democracy #Accountability #SouthStJames