The Plight of Haiti

Remember the recent earthquake that devastated Haiti? Well, Haiti is still reeling under the effects of it. Infrastructure has been destroyed and the island needs millions of dollars in loan for bringing its infrastructure back to working order. Adding to this misery is the spred of cholera in this region. The disease has exacted a heavy toll on the people. Bringing matters to a head is also the controversial election of its President. The island country is having a tough time trying to survive the evils of Nature and Man alike. What they do not need at this time is the arrival of their ex-dictator, Jean-Claude “Baby Doc” Duvalier, after 25 years. This dictator, who had been overthrown by a coup, had been exiled to France. At this crucial time of unrest, both political and economic, the arrival of “Baby Doc” is a challenge that the Haitians have to face resolutely. Even though he asserts that he has come to help his fellow countrymen in the hour of need and for political involvement, he has made it clear that he is here to stay. Duvalier is playing his cards carefully and is closely guarding them. Everyone is suspicious of his motives, but no one can predict what he will do next. My study of History makes me believe that Duvalier is here to make matters worse. The atmosphere in Haiti is perfect for him to manipulate in his own favour. What the Haitians least need at this moment is the return of an ousted dictator. He might be looking for vengeance.