Michael Manley
Michael Manley was a Jamaican politician and a key figure in Caribbean politics during the latter half of the 20th century. As Prime Minister of Jamaica, he was known for his democratic socialism and staunch support for regional cooperation in the Caribbean, including advocating for Panama's sovereignty over the canal during the negotiations in the 1970s.
Born on Dec 10, 1924 (100 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 | 4 | 6.50 | 0.36% | +30% | 2,961,167 | 13,885 | $15,000 | 70$ |
| Totals | 4 | 2,961,167 | 13,885 | $15,000 | 70$ |
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley is mentioned in relation to the 'people programmes' that were claimed by him.
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Jamaica:
Even Michael Manley, no goody-goody Labourite admired the early JLP’s conscience.
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley was the Prime Minister of Jamaica during the 1970s and a close associate of Charles Rangel.
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Jamaica:
The daughter of former Prime Minister Michael Manley is a poet, author, and winner of the Governor General’s award.
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley is one of the prime ministers produced by the People’s National Party.
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley rise to power in 1972 represented a deliberate attempt to create a new Jamaican political economy.
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley was everyone’s ideal of the complete politician.
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Jamaica:
Holness referenced former Prime Minister Michael Manley, who had posited the idea of harnessing water from the Black River to irrigate the Pedro Plains.
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Jamaica:
Michael Manley was one of the rival political leaders whom Bob Marley called to the stage during the One Love Peace Concert.
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United Kingdom:
Max Romeo supported Michael Manley’s vision through his music during the 1972 elections.
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