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Local Politics
‘Our votes are not for sale’ – Elvis ‘Juggy’ Harrigan
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Party (VIP) candidate for the Sixth District Elvis ‘Juggy’ Harrigan last night June 2, 2015 accused incumbent National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate Alvera Maduro-Caines of not having a voice in her own party and as such unable to fully represent the people of the district as he would be able to do if and when elected come June 8, 2015.
Hon Pickering reveals EE housing scheme plans
EAST END, Tortola, VI – Denouncing naysayers that he is selling out the country, Deputy Premier and Seventh District candidate with the National Democratic Party (NDP) Dr The Hon Kedrick D. Pickering has vowed to continue fighting to protect the environment “down to the last breath” and also revealed plans for a housing scheme and a park for senior citizens in his district.
‘Vote for anyone but NDP’ – Donald E. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Social and Political Commentator Donald E. de Castro believes voters who exercise their franchise come Monday June 8, 2015 must vote against the National Democratic Party (NDP) and called for the establishment of a coalition government.
'Time for helicopter emergency evacuation service'- Dr Rawle R. Hannibal
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI –Territorial At-Large candidate Dr Rawle R. Hannibal believes it is time the Virgin Islands puts in place a helicopter medical evacuation service that would attend to the needs of the entire territory.
Preston P. Stoutt still pressing for debate with D1 candidates
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Independent candidate for the First District, Preston P. Stoutt has challenged incumbent Virgin Islands Party (VIP) representative for the district Honourable Andrew A. Fahie and National Democratic Party candidate Shaina M. Smith to a live debate tonight June 2, 2015. However, both have declined the invitation.
‘Gender balanced VIP team will translate to better representation’ – ‘Roxie’ Romney
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Party (VIP) candidate for the Fourth District JoAnn ‘Roxie’ Romney said she knows what it is like to face challenges as a woman in business and having to face the glass ceiling and unequal rewards for her efforts.
‘We need prayers this week’ – Hon Walwyn
CAPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI – The ever controversial and outspoken National Democratic Party (NDP) Territorial At Large candidate and Minister for Education and Culture, Honourable Myron V. Walwyn, said the political atmosphere is being filled with desperation as the election race enters the homestretch and prayers are needed to make sure people do the right thing come election day, June 8, 2015.
NDP seeking to restore flopped Parole Board
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was stated in the Parole Board's 2013 annual report that dossiers were prepared for the first potential parole hearing in April of 2012, but the application was aborted primarily due to the non-appointment of a parole officer. The board has since flopped.
HLSCC campus was ideal location for FIFA stadium- McLloyd O. Walters
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI – Eighth District candidate on the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) ticket, Mr McLloyd O. Walters has questioned the decision by the National Democratic Party government to take the land used for major activities in East End, including festivals, and put in the hands of FIFA for the construction of a stadium.
Are we down for the count or saved by the bell?
By Alred 'AC' Frett
The odds are many but it appears that You the People and I are still winning Battles against National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and Health Service Authority (HSA’s) High Prices because I’ve been told that Candidates who have ignored these causes are now making them their Battle Cry - They are welcome because we can use all the help we can get… However, if they do not understand the facts and mission they can make bad matters worse.
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