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[[French]] is taught in schools, but the language of conversation is [[Haitian Creole]]. | [[French]] is taught in schools, but the language of conversation is [[Haitian Creole]]. | ||
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| + | * Aid organizations affiliated with churches did the best in delivering aid after the [[tsunami]]. Their people were on the ground and living with the people who needed their help. Large NGO’s and government agency types just flew in, stayed at the best hotels, and flew out. There was little attempt to work with the local leaders and address local needs. They just dictated and flew away. [http://northshorejournal.org/haiti-earthquake-relief] | ||
[[Category:Caribbean Countries]] | [[Category:Caribbean Countries]] | ||
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Revision as of 15:55, January 13, 2010
| République d'Haïti Repiblik d Ayiti | |
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| Flag | Coat of Arms |
| Capital | Port-au-Prince |
| Government | Republic |
| Language | French, Haitian Creole (official) |
| President | René Préval |
| Prime minister | Jacques-Edouard Alexis |
| Area | 10,714 sq mi |
| Population | 8,528,000 (2005) |
| GDP per capita | $1,800 (2006) |
| Currency | Gourde |
The Republic of Haiti is a country located in the Caribbean Sea, and occupies one-third of the Caribbean island Hispaniola.
Columbus' ship the Santa Maria reached Haiti on Christmas Eve 1492. The settlement there was named "La Navidad". Haiti was given to Spain in the Line of Demarcation set up by the Pope in 1515.
Haiti formed the first successful slave revolt under the leadership of Toussaint L'Ouverture and was the first independent black republic. Haiti claimed its independence from France on January 1, 1804, making it the second country in the Americas to gain its independence.
About 80% of the population lives in wretched poverty, and Haiti is one of the poorest countries in the western hempisphere.[1] Haiti is the origin of the occult practice of voodoo, which is still popular in rural areas.
French is taught in schools, but the language of conversation is Haitian Creole.
Earthquake relief
In January 2010, an earthquake hit the capital city. The best-publicized response has been to pledge or solicit money for relief. One worry conservatives have is whether the money will be spent effectively.
- Aid organizations affiliated with churches did the best in delivering aid after the tsunami. Their people were on the ground and living with the people who needed their help. Large NGO’s and government agency types just flew in, stayed at the best hotels, and flew out. There was little attempt to work with the local leaders and address local needs. They just dictated and flew away. [1]
