St. Croix at a Crossroads: The Path Forward
In my last piece, I spoke about the crossroads before us — the choice between continuing with broken systems or building a future worthy of our people. Today, I want
St. Croix at a Crossroads: Choosing the Right Side of History
For decades, the people of St. Croix have carried burdens that would break the spirit of many communities. We have lived with WAPA’s unreliable electricity and rolling blackouts since 1968.
Dear Editor, ‘Come Home’ Rings Hollow When the Struggles That Drove Us Away Still Exist
This op-ed, first published in the VI Consortium, sparked an important conversation in the Virgin Islands and among our diaspora about the realities of coming home. We’re sharing it here
Putting People First in the Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands recently made headlines for being on track to complete one of the most comprehensive street-mapping projects in the Caribbean. Nearly all of St. John’s roads and addresses
Safe Schools, Strong Futures
Too many of our students in St. Croix have been forced to learn in buildings that are unsafe, unhealthy, or simply unfit for the future we are preparing them for.
A Territory at the Crossroads: Choosing Prevention Over Reaction
For years, the Virgin Islands have felt quiet tremors beneath the sea — persistent reminders that we live on shifting ground. Yet what shakes us most deeply isn’t nature alone.
Planting the Seeds of Progress: Revitalizing Agriculture on St. Croix
For decades, St. Croix has imported more than ninety‑five percent of its food, leaving our community exposed to global price shocks and supply‑chain disruptions. Thanks to federal and local support—including USDA
Rebuilding St. Croix’s Future: Bringing Manufacturing Back to the Virgin Islands
The time has come for the U.S. Virgin Islands to move beyond its over reliance on tourism. While our natural beauty and cultural vibrancy make us a desirable destination, we