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Here is a sign that a fan of Martelly was carrying during the visit of the president to deliver Christmas gifts t the population. The sign says Mateli Papa BonKe

This obviously looks like I am living at the time when Duvalier was in power and where people were obligated to carry these signs of propaganda.

Propaganda is generally an appeal to emotion, not intellect. This form of communication from the Haitian government was used frequently to influence the attitude of the population toward a cause. These biased messages had only one purpose to encourage participation and belief in the regime.

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In this picture, Santa Clause brings a gift to a Haitian child for Christmas. However, what makes it more interesting is the fact that the child does not know what is going on. She is looking at her mother who is beside her and looking at Santa Clause. She does not know whether to smile or to be scared.

This is what Christmas is all about

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Here is a picture of several fanales that were constructed for Christmas in Haiti. Fanals come in different forms and shapes. They are sold in the streets.

This tradition of Fanale in Haiti originated from the people who used to work at night in the dark. In order to see where they were going, they used candles, and the fanale came as a way to protect the candle from the wind. The tradition evolved in Haiti and became a Christmas tradition.

Picture of fanal provide by youtube

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The new jewel in the Spanish Occidental Hotels and Resorts' crown is the Rue Panamericaine located, 128-room, Royal Oasis Hotel. Developed by Jerry Tardieu, the hotel sits on three-acres of prime Port-au-Prince real estate and offers five restaurants, complete with their own bars. The plans for a convention center will add more reason for staying at this five-star hotel, Occidential's 13th hotel in the region. From the old-world charm of the soaring brick arches to the modern, naturally lit tones of the guest rooms, the hotel should enjoy full-capacity on a regular basis.

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Moulin Sur Mer is a marvelous colonial style beach resort located along the clear turquoise waters of La Cote des Arcadins in Montrouis. The property offers modern comfortable air-conditioned rooms, free safe deposit box, wardrobe, all-round restaurant that serves both local and international dishes, huge outdoor swimming pool and well groomed garden. Some of the rooms are have television and well equipped mini-bar. The sports enthusiast can have a great time here at the beach volleyball, basketball, racquetball and tennis. The management offers free Kayaks rides to their guests and gives scuba diving equipment on rent.

This heaven is just one hour drive from Port Au Prince International Airport.

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The government of Haiti is counting a great deal on the improvement of the General Administration of Custom (Douane) to increase its income in order to provide more and better services to the population.

Haiti's General Administration of Customs (AGD) brought in a reported 2.4 billion gourdes in revenue at last count. The massive score came mainly from the collection of customs on articles such as vehicles which carry tariff rates of between 5- and 10%. Operating out of 17 different offices, located throughout Haiti, the AGD supplies tax information as swell as info on the rules of imports and exports, information on tariff fees, working with customs and the procedure for sending merchandise.

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Here is a picture of Ralph Gilles. He is Senior Vice President of Design at Chrysler, credited for 2005 Chrysler 300

Ralph Victor Gilles is an American-Canadian automobile designer and the present President of the SRT Brand and Senior Vice President of Design at Chrysler Group LLC for Jeep/Truck Color & Trim and Specialty Vehicles. He was born on 14 January 1970 to Haitian immigrant parents. As an automotive enthusiast, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Transportation Design at the College for Creative Studies (CCS) in Detroit. Thereafter, he pursued a Master's degree in Business Administration at Michigan State. He used to teach at The School of Industrial Design at CCS between 2003 to 2005, and now serves as a member on its Advisory Board. Gilles became experienced in Chrysler by serving various designing roles since he joined the company in 1992. After the retirement of experienced Chrysler designer Trevor Creed, he became the Vice President of Design on 1 September 2014. He is now responsible for all the designing activities of Chrysler. Under his leadership, the company is pursuing for a more sensual look for its forthcoming products.

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Here is a picture of Actor Jamie Hector.

Jamie Hector is an American actor of Haitian descent who is well known for his portrayal of Marlo Stanfield on HBO's critically acclaimed series "The Wire". He began his career immediately after high school studies when he auditioned for a community theatre company and gave an award winning performance. While in college, he continued to book roles on television and films like, Third watch, New York Undercover, Law & Order, etc. After his college days, he took admission in the Lee Strausberg Theater Institute and his life took a turn with his selection in a short film named 'Five Deep Breaths". He played the lead role of Bannie, the film went on the official selection of many film festivals like, Cannes, IFP, Tribeca and Sundance and accumulated 16 awards. Presently, Jamie is a founder member of "Moving Mountain" that provides opportunity and trains, grooms and guides youths with talents in the creative arts.

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Here is a picture of the new NOVA's Medical Clinic that was open in Cavaillon, Haiti

"NOVA Hope for Haiti" has been providing medical care in Haiti since 2002. They have opened a new permanent clinic in Cavaillon in October 2014. The new clinic has been opened and it is stocked with high quality patient care and medications, year round. The new building at Cavailon has three examination rooms with sinks and one procedure room. It has a large pharmacy, test laboratory and a record and storage room. There are two bathrooms in the clinic, one meant for the patients and another for the staff. The second floor of the building is dedicated to host visiting NOVA mission volunteers and other missionary groups. This floor has four bedrooms with attached baths, kitchen, large living cum dining areas. This is undoubtedly a great milestone in the 12 year history of NOVA in Haiti because, earlier they used to send teams of volunteer doctors and support staff in every 6 to 12 months to Cavaillon who used to work and treat over 1,000 patients in a week's mission in let out make-shift temporary community centers--for the first time their volunteers and patients will have electricity, running water and toilets to use! During July and August, NOVA has purchased $30,000 worth of medical supplies, equipment and residence furnishings for the new medical clinic in Cavaillon. Their team is composed of over 20 medical professionals, assistants and translators. NOVA is thankful to its supporters and volunteers, both in the US and Haiti.

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Here is a picture of Cardinal Robert Sarah who will be visit Haiti in November, 2014. He was appointed by Pope Francis as the one for the Vatican congregation that oversees and determines liturgical practices for the Catholic church worldwide

Cardinal Robert Sarah, who has been named as the Prefect for the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Sacraments, by Pope Francis on 23 November 2014 visited Haiti from 25th to 29th November, to show solidarity with the Haitian people who are still struggling to rebuild their lives from the 2010 devastating earthquake. Cardinal Robert Sarah is the current president of "the Pontifical Council Cor Unum", the charitable arm of the church. During his visit, the Cardinal inaugurated the "Notre Dame des Anges", a school in Leogane, built with the financial assistance of the local Church and funds sent by the Holy Father since the earthquake. The Cardinal has appointments with the Haitian President, Msgr. Erick Touissant, president of Caritas Haiti, and representatives of humanitarian organizations and local authorities. The Cardinal's visit comes with an announcement made by the Pope Francis that he has convoked a special conference on Haiti for January 10, 2015, at the Vatican. The conference will ensure a spotlight on the earthquake related humanitarian catastrophe and Church's closeness to the Haitian people.

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