Mountainannie, You do make some fair points. However, I still strongly feel that the current Haitian misery can only be broken when aid is broken off and the Haitian people learn to be reliant upon themselves again. The diaspora is sufficient proof that there is nothing wrong with Haitains per se so they will get back on their feet again. A hands off approach will do much to let the Haitian govt see the true light of day. The slavetrade is another matter entirely and while sad, not responsible for the current Haitian situation imo.