#MICHAEL MANLEY JAMAICA PRIME MINISTER FAMILY TREE FULL#
Michael Manley's philosophy was embodied in the notion of equality and justice and by the time he became prime minister in March 1972, at the age of 47, his philosophy had taken full shape. This is usually said as a way of validating levels of social consciousness. It is not unusual to meet people inside and outside of Jamaica who unhesitatingly and unapologetically describe themselves as a product of the Michael Manley era. The prime minister who came second got 34 per cent. His love by the people was further captured in a poll on March 16, 2006, nine years after his death, which showed that 49 per cent of the people said that of the six prime ministers up to that time, he was the best. Up to three years after his death, the revered Carl Stone polls had him as the prime minister who, by far, had done the most to improve the socio-cultural, political and economic conditions for the majority, and to help muster national consciousness among the people. When Manley died in 1997, approximately 67.9 per cent of the Jamaican people believed he should be made a national hero. His vision, his reach and his influence were global in dimension. His political activism could not be contained or confined within the geographical space of Jamaica.
He constantly explored new ideas and implemented strategies to give every Jamaican a role in the process of national development. Michael Manley (affectionately called Joshua) was one of the most accomplished and outstanding political figures in the post-colonial history of Jamaica and the Caribbean. Member of the National Workers' Union, at various levels, for over 20 years.ĭuring his over 40 years in public life, his contribution to local, regional and international politics was, without question, one of the most enlightened, profound and impactful.President of the People's National Party (1969 to 1992).Leader of the Opposition (1969 to 19 to 1989).Prime Minister of Jamaica (1972 to 1980 and again from 1989 to 1992).Decemmarked 90 years since Michael Manley's birth.ĭespite his passing 17 years ago, his lifework still remains extremely topical and forms part of our national discourse every so often, by friends and foes alike.Īt different times throughout his life he served as:
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