Island of Hispaniola is a test case for culture and environment

NY Times:

Dominican Plan to Expel Haitians Tests Close Ties


Many in the Dominican Republic favor being part of a trend of tightening immigration. But for some, it means facing some difficult choices.
The Haitian culture appears to be dysfunctional in the extreme on the part of Hispaniola controlled  by Haiti.  Environmentally it is also something of a cesspool.  Because Haiti does not have descent utilities the natives have deforested their portion of the island for wood used for cooking and heat.  In contrast the Dominican Republic on the same island which burns fossil fuels has a lush tropical environment and a much higher lifestyle.  In other words the two show the extreme downside of the anti energy left's view of using renewable fuel.

Some Haitians who have migrated to the US have been remarkably successful from athletes to politicians.  But my experience when visiting the Caribbean is the Haitians standout from the native population as surly and unhappy.  For example, St. Martin is largely populated by blacks who are some of the friendly people I have met as a tourist, but the Haitians on that island are immediately recognizable because of their demeanor.

The Dominican Republic attracts a lot of visitors and investors while Haiti wallows in poverty.  The main difference between the two is the culture and the fuel used.

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