When you think of the beautiful land of Jamaica, what comes to mind? Initially, you may think of Montego Bay. A serene vacation spot with sandy beaches and clear crystal waters. Dancing in the resort to reggae music, having the time of your life. Enjoying the much-needed relaxation, and time off from responsibilities, forgetting the problems of the world. For most Americans, Jamaica is known for the land of relaxation, censoring out the hardship and struggle that the small island faces. The film Life and Debt highlights the islands struggles on their financial crisis, poverty, unethical issues surrounding trade, employment, and the sustainability of the economy within Jamaica.
When it comes to the sustainability of Jamaica’s economy, it is suffering. Causing the natives to suffer; where the quality of life is diminished. Education, healthcare, and employment …show more content…
Yet based on the agreement, they are unable to do so. Instead, produce like dairy, poultry, and vegetables are imported, and sometimes the food is not fresh. The food can be plagued with maggots, and may even be rotten or old. A prime example of not caring about the quality of the lives of Jamaicans is when they were shipped 20 year-old chicken. The pure thought that someone thought to feed human beings old chicken was even feasible is horrible.
For me, finding out all the restrictions that the IMF places within the country of Jamaica, make me think of issues regarding the economic structures across the globe. Much of the economy is built on principals that utilize the use of profits. I believe that like other, poor undeveloped urban cities, like Jamaica, they are products of inequality and poverty. For me, I think the issues that are presented about Jamaica’s financial stress are not to be thought of at a superficial
When it comes to the sustainability of Jamaica’s economy, it is suffering. Causing the natives to suffer; where the quality of life is diminished. Education, healthcare, and employment …show more content…
Yet based on the agreement, they are unable to do so. Instead, produce like dairy, poultry, and vegetables are imported, and sometimes the food is not fresh. The food can be plagued with maggots, and may even be rotten or old. A prime example of not caring about the quality of the lives of Jamaicans is when they were shipped 20 year-old chicken. The pure thought that someone thought to feed human beings old chicken was even feasible is horrible.
For me, finding out all the restrictions that the IMF places within the country of Jamaica, make me think of issues regarding the economic structures across the globe. Much of the economy is built on principals that utilize the use of profits. I believe that like other, poor undeveloped urban cities, like Jamaica, they are products of inequality and poverty. For me, I think the issues that are presented about Jamaica’s financial stress are not to be thought of at a superficial