Arwin bab, I am truly perplexed with the situation that exists in Goa today. When will Goans who are in Goa wake up and take charge of their own destiny? We need to take up the cudgel and literally obliterate these corrupt politicians who will even strip us of our Khashtis if they are allowed to continue in the current manner unchecked. I am also distressed to learn that many Goans are not turning up to vote. What can we do to motivate them? Do they not see what is happening to them and their State which they are allowing to be plundered and looted before their very own eyes? The Goans in Goa certainly can see that Politicians are enriching themselves at the expense of the people and Goa. Another thing that perplexes me is, isn't there any system of governance in the whole state that allows for the audit and prosecution of people who are acquiring immense wealth illegally for which they are not accounting and not paying tax to the Government? These politicians and other civi l servants seem to be the GOA MAFIA and all fair minded Goans, who I am sure are the majority, need to unanimously condemn and vote out of office if Goa is to prosper. Influx of migrants from other stated must also be curtailed and if possible, they should not have voting rights in Goa as they are not of Goan origin and cannot trace their ancestry to Goa. Also, Laws must be passed making elected officials to declare their assets on taking office (Substantiated) and accounting for any increase in assets on relinquishing office just like in the USA. This will allow for the accountability of those in office. Any discrepancies must be investigated thoroughly and any unsubstantiated increases forfeited to the state and the persons responsible should be prosecuted and jailed if found liable. This should be the first order of any new government elected forthwith. This will dissuade persons who have ulterior motives from standing for elections. It should be an honor to be elected to the legislature that is why in the UK they are called honorable. Let us therefore elect honorable members to the Legislature.
GOANS IN GOA, THIS IS MY CHALLENGE TO YOU. WAKE UP NOW BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE AND ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY OF ENSURING THAT YOU PROTECT YOUR HERITAGE AND ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FRUITS OF THE LAND WHICH IS RIGHTFULLY YOURS AND BELONGS TO ALL GOANS NOT TO THE CORRUPT FEW WHO ARE SELFISHLY EXPLOITING AND STEELING THE RICHES OF THE LAND FOR THEIR OWN ENRICHMENT. Regards and best wishes. Manuel (Eddie) Tavares. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Goa-launch of the well-received *Into The Diaspora Wilderness* by Selma Carvalho on Aug 29, 2010 (Sunday) at 11 am at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao. Meet the author, buy a signed copy (only Rs 295 in Goa till stock lasts). http://selmacarvalho.squarespace.com/
