The farmers of Ferrier continue to bring the canal to life along the Massacre River. Joined by fellow countrymen from across the North, encouraged by all Haitians, and funded through spontaneous contributions, the work persists.
On the other side of the island, President Luis Abinader – who wielded his big stick to close all borders – increasingly dangles a friendly carrot. Yet again this Friday, he hinted at potentially easing the economic sanctions that primarily affect his own merchants, but he will not allow a resur