We've had our difficulties but in general, the recent GG's have been worthy and
popular appointments, acceptable to both sides and not politicians in the
narrow sense. Usually distinguished ex-military and community leaders of
spotless character.
Andrew Fildes
afildes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
On 01/05/2011, at 10:55 PM, John Hudson wrote:
> Here, the GG appointment is but a 30 cent phone call ! The prime minister
> calls up one of his pals and offers the ultimate patronage appointment for a
> term of five years :-) The previous GG referred to herself as the head of
> state on numerous occasions; she was canned at the first opportunity when
> her term was up. Word has it that she has re-emigrated to Haiti !
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