Dear Bahamas Press,
Michael Pintard’s latest comments deserve comparison with his own record. In December 2024, following U.S. allegations involving Bahamian officers, he accused the government of having “a lot to hide” and demanded independent scrutiny.
Now, when the government raises concerns about alleged unauthorised DEA operations, he asks, “Who are they protecting?” The allegations against those agents remain disputed by U.S. officials; they require evidence, just as allegations against Bahamians do.
In my view, this is a hypocritical double standard: demanding scrutiny when allegations embarrass the government, while questioning its motives for seeking scrutiny of foreign agents. Fighting crime and defending Bahamian sovereignty are not competing responsibilities.
Bahamians should ask one question: Is Mr. Pintard applying a consistent principle, or embracing whichever narrative best serves his political ambitions?
Anyone seeking to become Prime Minister should defend every Bahamian’s right to fair treatment, including citizens facing charges abroad. Even the U.S. prosecutors announcing the 2024 charges expressly recognised that the defendants were presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Protecting that principle is not protecting criminality. Demand investigations and accountability, but do not demonise citizens or encourage trial by political commentary. Let the evidence determine guilt—not the desire to win an election.
Signed,
Concerned Citizen
