Carol Shuman, Ph. D. For refreshing commentary on the state of the world's affairs, enjoy Dr. Shuman's articles, previously published in the Bermuda Sun. Mrs. Ray’s mugger got off too lightly - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. IT’S disturbing, to say the least, that under Bermuda law, no action can be taken against the mugger whose actions led to the death this week of Mrs. Josie Ray. Police need to be outfitted for violence - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Change is a hard thing to accept for most of us — but if there’s one thing that is certain: change will happen. And it has happened in Bermuda, as well as the rest of the world. Violence has increased. Airport security should be looking for harmful travellers - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. I thought Dr. Ewart Brown’s description of the recent alleged, reported, supposed incident at airport security rather interesting. According to the Bermuda Sun, he described it as “benign”. Mundy should remain at Westgate - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. I read with shock — no horror — The Royal Gazette’s story yesterday of Kirk Mundy’s vow to “go straight,” along with a quote that he thinks about (the murder) “umpteen times.” Hey Mr. Blair, can we have a quick word? - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Dear Mr. Blair, Violent people must see immediate consequences - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Unfortunately, Sunday’s events at Wellington Oval, leaving one man in critical condition in hospital, after some 20 young men (and I will not say youths) brazenly wielded machetes, knives, sticks, and concrete blocks during the “Friendship Trophy” final, weren’t the first incidences of mindless aggression in Bermuda. And, unless the community owns up to these behaviors, I suggest that it won’t be the last. Sex addiction: group therapy must focus on solutions - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Well, I guess I’d better keep my calendar free. It appears that I might need to add a new group to my meeting schedules: ‘Sex Addicts Anonymous.’ According to recent news, a new self-help group will be starting in Bermuda for those addicted to sex. Why we should all push for a Freedom of Information Act - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. It’s amazing how I could live in Bermuda for 14 years and not realize it—Bermuda has no Freedom of Information (FOI) Law. All people can oppress or be oppressed... - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Jim Butterfield’s recent comment that Bermuda Cement Company’s name might need to be changed to the “Zimbabwe Cement Company” doesn’t fall on deaf ears in Bermuda. You may recall that Mr. Butterfield made his remark regarding PLP backbencher Derrick Burgess’ reference to “our people” when speaking about the awarding of contracts. Why can’t we name rogue police officers? - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Okay. I’m having a bit of difficulty understanding this. Deadly silence - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. I remember well the first time we talked about moving to Bermuda. My husband and I were having dinner in a South Carolina restaurant when his soon-to-be boss told us about the island. In praise of local journalists - Commentary By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. “Oops,” says, Al Neuharth, founder of USA Today. Sexist hype and stereotypes... - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. I READ it in the Business section of the Bermuda Sun so it must be true: Mattel has lost its “Barbie suit.” Explained: Why some people don’t speak up - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. We’ve got good news, according to the Bank of Bermuda — 10 great reasons to support the “amalgamation” with the world’s second largest banking institution—HSBC. Is the deck stacked against Bermuda? - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. Did you keep yours? I made four last year... Shedding light on the Crime of the decade - By Dr. Carol Shuman, Ph.D. It was Bermuda's crime of the decade -- its repercussions echoing around the world.