The political system is a democracy in Jamaica and the legal system is somewhat corrupt, but not a major problem at this time. The two main political parties in the country are the Jamaica Labor Party and the Peoples National Party. Election time can be very violent between these two parties. The Prime Minister at this time is Percival J. Patterson of the People’s Nation Party. This party tends to favor toward a moderate socialism. The Jamaica Labor party favors private enterprise.

Free elections take place every four years. The political campaigns are sometimes violent and can be corrupt. There

are cabinet members from both parties with a majority leader, much like our own government. The elections are free and people have a say in the process, but sometimes it can be corrupt. It is still a long way from our system.

The legal system is generally effective and impartial. Though the government is heavily involved in the process, the legal system is becoming more knowledgeable of the world trade around Jamaica. They have set standard policies of business in the country to make Jamaica more attractive in bringing in business. In May, 1997, the government signed a “Ship-Rider Agreement,” allowing U.S. authorities to enter Jamaican waters and search vessels with the Jamaican government's permission, to fight drug trafficking. This was a good way to keep good relations with a major trading partner. Jamaica has made their country look friendly to the outside world because it has strived to keep bringing in more businesses to help the economy, even though it is not in a good shape for the locals. People of Jamaica have had an opportunity to better themselves and with some knowledge, they seem to be on the right track to overcome some

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