In a recent statement, Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander proposed treating child offenders as adults, sparking fierce criticism from child rights advocate Hazel Thompson-Ahye. Drawing on historical context, Thompson-Ahye referenced philosopher George Santayana’s famous quote, ‘Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,’ to underscore the dangers of reverting to outdated practices. She argued that such a move would disregard decades of progress in juvenile justice, which emphasizes rehabilitation and the unique needs of children. Thompson-Ahye highlighted the establishment of juvenile courts in 1899 and the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1991 as milestones in protecting children’s rights. She warned that treating children as adults would be counterproductive, undermining efforts to reintegrate young offenders into society. Instead, she urged the minister to focus on prevention, community support, and restorative justice. Thompson-Ahye’s passionate critique, framed in a creative parody of Kenny J’s parang song, ‘Alexander Again,’ called for a renewed commitment to child-centered policies and principles.