The Haitian Coat of Arms As we all know, events in recent weeks have been difficult for the people of Haiti. Victories have been few, and all accounts suggest the nightmare is far from over. Today, though, is an important day in Haiti, a bright spot in their story for two reasons. Modern politics in Haiti are tied to February 7th, which serves as the date when dictatorial rule ended, and democratic rule began. Duvalier The first significant February 7th for the Haitian people comes with the story of Jean-Claude Duvalier, one-time "president for life"...