[DJkillos]

I'm not trying to stir the pot but years ago after visiting the DR on several occasions, making the effort to go off the beaten path, trying to keep up with the social dynamics since ( read: corruption, prosperity, governmental progress, environmental progress, crime and well being of the general populace and tourists) I made a statement here that the RD was similar, in my experience, to Jamaica in the 80"s. Do you agree or disagree and why? Is the RD becoming the arm pit Jamaica has become?

The cultures are different, I know, but is the de facto gestalt similar?

I'm interested in hearing rational comparisons. Especially from the long time expats.