Hi Selma, I always wondered why is it that some of our Goans are willing to do these sort of jobs abroad but never in Goa?
Paulo -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Carvalho Sent: 16 July 2008 13:45 To: Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994! Subject: [Goanet] My Bonnie lies over the Ocean Doubtless they were all put up in some sort of dormitory accommodation, where without a car, they would become virtual prisoners during the brazen winters. They worked long-hours in the restaurant sometimes doubling up as kitchen help and cleaning crew and ultimately paid below minimum wage. One of the men had not seen his wife and child for five years. Another one had shelved the idea of getting married. His prime years had simply slipped by him in the US. It was all too harsh. As long as a substantial portion of the Goan population is willing to endure hardships such as these, Goan politicians have felt no compulsion to generate employment or improve our education systems. The buoyancy in our economy is paid for by the blood, sweat and tears of these men. As I left the restaurant, standing behind me and waving were the enduring, persevering and stoic products of Goa’s failed political and economic policies. selma No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.10/1549 - Release Date: 12/07/2008 16:31
