Open forum

The League of Women Voters USVI writes an open letter to VI SOURCE journalist Don Buchanan about a recent article concerning a bill passed by the Legislature for a referendum question on the Revised Organic Act of 1954 to be placed on the ballot in November.

Vince Danet explains in detail why the GERS pension plans are doomed, and he says “the negative societal ripple effects will be epic.”

Peter Bailey, CEO of NiteCap Media, will host a #DearUSVI virtual town hall on gun violence in the U.S. Virgin Islands with guests that will include leaders in the territory.

Steve Hardee, a medical doctor, advises on ways to handle the ongoing COVID-19.

As the number of people and communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic grows, so do the scams associated with it. Scammers use public health emergencies as opportunities for new fraud schemes, and because older adults are at greater risk for serious illness from COVID-19, they may target older populations.

Troy de Chabert-Schuster, state director of AARP – VI, writes about the terrible toll that “social distancing” takes, especially on those who are older and live alone. He shares ways people can stay connected to combat the isolation.

Holly L Fulkerson, JD writes about her moving to St. Croix in 2017 with her husband.

Moleto Smith Jr. recommends that the Virgin Islands begins a new economic expansion by opening up its marine industry to vessels that are looking for a port during the pandemic storm.

Justin Moorhead believes the community has the ability to set goals and follow through on developmental strategies that will ensure a better economic future after the pandemic.