I am writing in particular to respond to Ms Vargas’ letter printed 19 October 19.
I feel that the rollover policy is a pointless topic to discuss.
We all know which side of the fence the Caymanians are on, and which side of the fence the expatriates are on.
I am a Canadian expat myself; residing here for three years now.
When I came here I had to become accustomed to the laws of this island. I do not like some of the laws imposed here in Cayman, but let me make one thing clear – I respect them.
Ms Vargas, I am a hardworking individual who has not been able to obtain a job (other than in a temp. agency) based on the fact that I was not Caymanian.
Again, I don’t necessarily agree with this, but I accept it.
The point I am trying to make here is that I am a walking example that I have never taken any job away from a Caymanian.
The jobs for any qualified Caymanian are abundant. I’m sure that if there w as a qualified Caymanian fund accountant with an accounting designation; he/she would have my husband’s job too – but that hasn’t happened yet.
Ms Vargas refers to Minister McLaughlin and Mr. Ritch as heroes for standing up/expressing their views for what they believe in. I find it funny that when expatriates stand up/express their views for what they believe in that they are called dictators. It is such a double standard.
Yes, Ms Vargas, we are here to make money – no question. We have a great opportunity to come to a place to make money. Is that such a bad thing? I think most people would want what is best for them and their family; whether they are Caymanian or non-Caymanian.
The one thing that I don’t think you realize is that we have a symbiotic relationship – we are here to make money and the Cayman Islands needs us here to work.
There’s obviously a need for us, or we wouldn’t be allowed to work here.
Maybe we should pack up and leave along with all of our bad habits.
We would not want to corrupt any more Caymanian children. Ironically, I have never really heard about any crimes on the island caused by expatriates.
I have met such wonderful Caymanian people – the most complementary people ever! I’m always getting complemented on what beautiful children I have (and to a mother that is a great deal); I even had one lady help me unpack my groceries while I was tending to my two children; very sweet, generous and caring people.
Canada welcomes anyone from any nationality to reside in the country. You are allowed to practice your religious beliefs, have a freedom of speech without being called a dictator, you will not be discriminated against based on your nationality, and you can make as much money as you can without being called greedy.
I can understand the issues you raise regarding the rollover policy. You are doing what your instincts tell you – to protect y our self and your family. But at the end of the day, isn’t that what we all want?
This whole Caymanian vs. expatriate is getting old – can’t we just peacefully coexist?
Tamber Laskey
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