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By Koko Boocro
That academic achievers receive the same
financing and glory as athletes and sports personalities.
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That during the next election, there is no more
national amnesia.
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That Government gives support to local produces
to drive economic independence.
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That Jamaican patois, in all its amusing and
colorful variations get more local acceptance.
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That more farmers would undertake growing local
fruits on a larger scale.
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That more Jamaicans can appreciate and afford
the luxury of a Jamaican vacation.
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That single parents need not be magicians with a
minimum wage
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That the highest political positions will
eventually have academic requirements.
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That the historic attractions in Hanover are no
longer an open secret.
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That the international impact of Jamaican music
will be beneficial not only to its singers but also musicians.
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That the knowledge of the types and uses of
local medicinal plants passes on for generations to come.
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That the media houses stop copycatting and
create more original content.
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That there was free access to more of our
coastline and beaches.
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That we value as much as others do, all that we
have to offer.
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That what is indigenous and cultural is more
sought and valued than fake imports.
Blessed Love – Ria
Above is a list of things I sincerely wish for Jamaica and
Jamaicans. Not in any particular order. I have many more wishes but will only
share the shortlist.
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