Christopher Charles
Christopher Charles is a professor of political and social psychology at the University of the West Indies, where he analyzes the socio-political dynamics of Caribbean nations. He has criticized the retention of the Privy Council as a final court of appeal, likening it to maintaining ties to a colonial past while seeking independence.
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Christopher Charles, a professor at the University of the West Indies, supports the call for a clean voters' list to ensure fair elections.
‘A clean voters’ list is a moral safeguard’ | Lead Stories
Jamaica· 2025-09-15
Christopher Charles agreed that children of politicians benefit from inherited social networks and political knowledge.
The good and bad of political dynasties | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-18
Dr Christopher Charles, a professor of political and social psychology, commented on the leaders’ favourability ratings.
GAP CLOSES | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-17
Dr Christopher Charles believes that the election can turn for the PNP if it can appeal to and convince uncommitted voters that the time for the politics of integrity has arrived.
Political parties’ paths to victory | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-11
Professor Christopher Charles added a layer of institutional context regarding the margin of lead in the Westminster system.
Golding slips as Holness rises | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-06-22Christopher Charles is a professor at UWI and a Columbia University-trained data scientist and epidemiologist.
Christopher Charles | Jamaica’s homicide epidemic and shortsighted analysis | In FocusJamaica· 2025-05-25Christopher Charles is a professor at The UWI and an epidemiologist in training at Columbia University in New York.
Christopher Charles | Innumerate interpretation of the poll about corruption and public responsibility | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-03-20
Christopher Charles is a professor of political and social psychology at The University of the West Indies, Mona.
Holness claws back as Golding loses ground in leadership duel | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-03-02Christopher Charles, professor of political and social psychology, commented on the implications of keeping the Privy Council.
Jamaican government urged to embark on ‘full decolonization’ with bill to ditch King Charles
Canada· 2025-03-01
Christopher Charles said keeping the Privy Council was like wanting to get divorced while keeping a room in the matrimonial home.
Jamaican government urged to 'fully decolonise' with bill to ditch King Charles
Guyana· 2025-03-01