Done correctly, these programs can be carried out for the benefit of the country as a whole. Each illustrates the weaknesses of the system. Closer to us is Jean-Bertrand Aristide, another fiery and witty statesman. From FNCD through several renditions of Lavalas, everything revolves around the man. Today any negotiations leading to a solution of the political impasse must include not just a representative of the Fanmi Lavalas party, but Aristide himself, who in all probability will be his party's candidate in the presidential election of 2001.
Few people believe that.
As was the case in 1990, scores of alliances will be formed to oppose Aristide. They will, however, undoubtedly meet the same fate as their predecessors.