The Frog in the Pot: A Metaphor for Societal Complacency April 3, 2024 In my exploration of dissent within democracy, I delve into the...

Harvest Festival without a Harvest: Reflections on Seú April 2, 2024 On the second day of Easter, the traditional Seú harvest festival...

Unraveling the Complexity of Cultural Traditions and Religious Significance April 1, 2024 In response to the ongoing dialogue surrounding...

Dissent is Democracy: Reflections on Curacao's Lost Sophistication and Education March 30, 2024 On this island, memory is fleeting, and...

Dissent in Democracy: Unveiling the Complexities of Church-State Dynamics March 29, 2024 In the intricate dance between faith and...

Dissent Fuels Democracy: Nurturing Horizontal Connections March 27, 2024 The stability of a democracy is determined by its...

Reflections on Corruption: Dissent as Democracy March 26, 2024 As I ponder corruption, I'm reminded of a saying: "We cannot see the...

The Rise of Dissidents and the Defense of Democracy March 25, 2024 Reflecting on President Putin's reelection on March 17, 2024, we...

Upholding the Rule of Law: A Necessity for Democracy March 24, 2024 It's a sentiment that still lingers in my mind, echoing the words of...

Navigating the Storm of Transition March 23, 2024 As I sifted through the news this morning, two articles about the state of affairs in...

The Courage to Stand Against Bullying March 20, 2024 Last week, a harrowing reminder of the destructive force of bullying surfaced when a...

The Reality of Bed and Breakfasts in Curacao: A Survival Strategy, Not a Get-Rich Scheme March 19, 2024 In the midst of global transition...

Rethinking Tourism: Towards Regenerative Practices March 18, 2024 In recent months, Aruba has witnessed a growing resistance to the...

The Death of Intellectual Debate: A Call to Rescue Dissent in Democracy March 17, 2024 In the halls of academia, where ideas once...

Reflections on a Journey March 16, 2024 My journey took an unexpected turn at the end of last year when I received a rejection letter for...

Rediscovering the Power of Unity March 15, 2024 In the realm of political discourse, old slogans like "only the people save the people"...

Dissent and Democracy: Fostering Opposition in Society March 14, 2024 When discussing dissent, we primarily refer to providing opposition...

Embracing Fallibility: Reflections on Dissent and Democracy March 13, 2024 As individuals navigating the complexities of dissent and...

The Puzzling Dynamics of Dissent and Democracy: Lessons from Curaçao March 12, 2024 Last week in Curaçao, we witnessed a perplexing...

Dissent and Democracy: Safeguarding Freedom in the Face of Contradiction March 11, 2024 In the landscape of democracy, Herman Tjeenk...