Mark Golding
Mark Golding is a prominent Jamaican politician and the current Leader of the Opposition in Jamaica. He has been a Member of Parliament since 2012 and is a member of the People's National Party (PNP). Golding has a background in law and finance, having worked as a lawyer and investment banker before entering politics. He has been vocal on various issues, including economic management, social justice, and public welfare. Recently, he criticized the Jamaican government's 2025 Throne Speech, describing it as 'low-keyed and disappointing' and expressing concerns about its lack of substantive plans to address economic challenges and food insecurity in the country.
Born on Dec 07, 1967 (58 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Jamaica | 7 | 6.14 | 0.74% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 22,028 | $15,000 | 112$ |
| Totals | 7 | 2,961,167 | 22,028 | $15,000 | 112$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Mark Golding is the Opposition Leader who shared personal reflections on Ward's influence.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding expressed disappointment that the proposed statute did not fulsomely address challenges brought about by artificial intelligence (AI).
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Jamaica:
Golding focused on the drafting of the amendments, questioning the clarity of the FID's mandate.
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Jamaica:
Golding commended Miller-Bennett for her ‘Fix a Roof’ initiative, while criticizing the Government for its slow response.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding also read scripture at the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding expressed concerns about the Government's unclear position on jury trials.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding expressed sadness in learning of Ward’s death.
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Jamaica:
Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding spoke about the greatness of Jimmy Cliff.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding paid tribute to Jimmy Cliff in person.
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Jamaica:
Opposition Leader Mark Golding said the duration of the order spanned October 28, the day Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica, to March 31, 2026.
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