{"product_id":"9781449755683","title":"The Queen of Jamaica","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Queen of Jamaica\u003cbr\u003e  examines our relationship with the crown and explores the possibilities for our future as a people and that of monarchy in Jamaica. \u003cbr\u003e It is proposed that now is the time for Jamaica to say good-bye to Britain’s Queen Elizabeth as our monarch. Before we close this chapter on the British Crown, there are a few questions to consider:\u003cbr\u003e Are we ready for complete independence? \u003cbr\u003e Is Jamaica inspired enough to take great strides forward on our own? \u003cbr\u003e Are we prepared to outline a long-term strategy \u003cbr\u003e for sustainable development and see it to fruition? \u003cbr\u003e Can we reform Jamaica from within, to create a powerhouse of progress and prosperity?\u003cbr\u003e What will happen to Jamaicans who hold British passports? \u003cbr\u003e What does it mean to be a Jamaican? \u003cbr\u003e How will separation from the crown affect our identity as a people? \u003cbr\u003e Will there be unexpected consequences to going it alone?\u003cbr\u003e Do we really want to be a republic? \u003cbr\u003e Is this form of government in keeping with our traditions in governance? \u003cbr\u003e What will be gained by adopting this model for our political future? \u003cbr\u003e What will be lost by abandoning the monarchy?\u003cbr\u003e Why not choose to have our own “working monarch?” \u003cbr\u003e Have we grown accustomed to having a lofty figurehead to look up to? \u003cbr\u003e Are our national interests best served by having such a person for the people to focus on as an example of what a fine and upstanding Jamaican should be? \u003cbr\u003e Would having such a leader that reflects our nation inspire greatness in our people?\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eLearn more about the road to Jamaica’s future in \u003cbr\u003e The Queen of Jamaica—A Crown for Our Empire. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eCover design by:\u003cbr\u003e The Jamaican Empire\u003cbr\u003e Graphic Studios\u003cbr\u003e www.jamaicanempire.com\/art\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WestBow Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47124087275760,"sku":"9781449755683","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781449755683_p0.jpg?v=1763831130","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781449755683","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}