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Here is a picture of the former World Bank development economist and Prime Minister Marc Luis Bazin

In Haiti, Marc Louis Bazin has somewhat of a reputation of being always the bridesmaid. He's been in the race for President of the country many times for nearly a quarter of a century but has yet to achieve the post. Despite this, Bazin is a well-respected figure in Haitian society and built a reputation even greater for being very vocal against the corruption of the Duvalier regime.

Looking at his track record, the one-time development economist for the World Bank turned finance and economy minister has forged a trail few others have, being one of the only almost permanent fixtures on the Haitian political scene. He ran for president first after returning from the exile imposed on him by his prime minister, Jean-Claude Duvalier. At the time he seemed in the perfect spot for the win, having been exiled by the despotic ruler after he publicly criticized the corruption of the administration.

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Here is a picture of Haiti's General Hospital, Circa during the administration of President Joseph Davilmar Théodore

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President Martelly has placed Evans Paul's name in nomination before Parliament as Martelly's choice to be Haiti's next prime minister.

Paul won the political spotlight in the 1990s as an ally of twice-dethroned President Aristide, but later became a foe of his. Paul once ran for the presidency in 2006, but lost with only 2.5 percent of the vote.

If Paul wins confirmation from Parliament he will succeed provisional Prime Minister Florence Guillaume, taking Laurent Lamothe's place.

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International Volunteer Day in Haiti.

2014 International Volunteer Day brings together National and International Volunteer Organizations

To celebrate 2014 International Volunteer Day UN Volunteers worked with the Haitian Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Civic Action to put on a volunteer fair.

Volunteers representing national and international volunteer community organizations held orientation work shops for anyone interested in learning more about volunteerism.

The day after the fair national and international volunteers visited Boucan Carre to participate in a community volunteer activity, planting mangoes. TechnoServe and Zanmi Agrikol provided sponsorship.

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Here is a picture of Dr Harrison Ernest who was named director general at RTNH, Haiti's state-owned radio and TV broadcasting. He has been accused of sexual harassment by several women working at the station.

Deborah Jean and Stephane Eveillard, two female journalists employed at RTNH radio and TV, have gone public with claims RTNH Director General, Dr. Harrison Ernest, had been sexually harassing them and other female employees.

Once their letter to the Ministers of Culture and Women's Affairs was published, Jean and three other female employees were fired.

Reporters Without Borders Director Claire San Filippo called for officials ". . . to conduct an independent, impartial, and thorough investigation"

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Here is a view of the new website launched by the Haitian government that is expected to make life much easier for the public. The Administrative Information Centre (CRA)

Administrative Information Center Delivers Easy-to-Use Experience for Citizens

The Haitian government has implemented a new service for citizens to use public services without getting caught in a bureaucratic maze. Called the Administrative Information Center (CRA), it is a website portal directing users to public services information.

Inter-American Development Bank funded CRA for $900,000 USD. Ronald Decembre, Tax Reform Secretary says CRA adds ". . . to the quality of services offered to the population . . ." Haitian-Canadian company, GENINOV, engineered and built CRA.

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Established in 2003 Capital Coach Line (CCL) proudly operates daily service between Port-au-Prince and Santo Domingo. The coach carries almost 60,000 passengers per year on routine schedules.

Capital Coach Line offers other services such as cargo service at budget-friendly rates with either same or next-day package drop-offs. Truck cargo service handles weightier and larger shipments.

Capital Coach Line charter services cater to businesses, conventions, school field trips, and other organizations with comparable low rates.

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Mini-bus company, Transport Chic, takes passengers from Port-au-Prince to Les Cayes in 3 to 3.5 hours when traffic is light; if heavy 5.5 hours. Tickets cost $10 USD for a one-way trip.

The bus schedule is flexible, leaving Port-au-Prince at 7 am, 9 am, 12:30 pm, and 3 pm. But the bus must have a full passenger load to leave. Les Cayes departure times can be found out by calling the bus terminal.

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Corruption Investigation Dogs First Lady

First Lady Sophia and son Olivier have been alleged to have indulged in abuse of authority, money laundering, and wasting public monies.

Marilyn Allien, Haiti Heritage Foundation Director, says Sophia and Olivier have no business administering public monies; that "it is not their role to do that." It gives the appearance of underhandedness.

Martelly himself has been vetted as uninvolved in any corruption activity. Recently he signed a new anti-corruption law that had been languishing in Parliament since 2008.

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A break up in the middle of the opposition against the government of Michel Martelly. Konvansyon Inite Demokratik (KID) withdraws from MOPOD

MOPOD asks Evans Paul whose Side are You on?

KID leader Evans Paul has decided to sever ties with MOPOD, resistant to dialoguing with President Martelly. MOPOD contacted KID to find out what Paul's position is.

Paul says ". . . dialogue is the only way to find a viable solution to the problems of the county." He adds KID cannot be for dialoguing, but simultaneously not willing to compromise.

MOPOD wants Martelly's resignation, who has nominated Paul as the next prime minister.

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