Baby Doc is back - what is going on in Haiti?

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Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier's unexpected return to Port-au-Prince has sparked significant concern regarding Haiti's political stability and recovery efforts post-earthquake. His arrival was met with approximately 2,000 supporters, raising questions about his potential influence on the already tumultuous political landscape. Analysts warn that Duvalier's presence could exacerbate existing issues, including the slow recovery from the 2010 earthquake, where only a few hundred homes have been built due to bureaucratic obstacles. The discussion highlights the dire state of Haiti, with ongoing corruption and inadequate infrastructure hindering progress.

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  • Understanding of Haiti's political history, particularly the Duvalier regime.
  • Familiarity with the socio-economic impact of the 2010 earthquake on Haiti.
  • Knowledge of international aid dynamics and their effectiveness in disaster recovery.
  • Awareness of the role of organizations like the UN in humanitarian efforts.
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  • Research the historical context of Jean-Claude Duvalier's dictatorship and its impact on Haitian society.
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  • Explore case studies of successful recovery efforts in similar post-disaster scenarios globally.
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This discussion is beneficial for political analysts, humanitarian aid workers, historians studying Caribbean politics, and anyone interested in the complexities of disaster recovery in developing nations.

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WhoWee said:
The adults in the world need to say "NO" - and take control of the situation.

http://edition.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/americas/01/22/haiti.duvalier.barr/?hpt=T2

Here's one adult taking a stand.

CNN said:
Port-Au-Prince, Haiti (CNN) -- A former U.S. congressman was among a group of American attorneys accompanying former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier as he spoke in the country's capital Friday.

Former Republican Congressman Bob Barr said he is not serving as Duvalier's attorney, but is in Port-au-Prince to consult, assist and be Duvalier's voice to the international community.

Barr represented Georgia's 7th District in the U. S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 2003, and was the Libertarian Party's presidential nominee in 2008. He currently practices law and runs a consulting firm based in Atlanta.

"We have been asked by the former president and his family to assist him in his efforts," Barr told reporters in Port-au-Prince.

Wow...
 

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