BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, January 15th 2010 (PAM Secretariat) - People’s Action Movement Constituency Seven representative, Ronald ‘Louie’ Williams is of the firm view that the social climate in St. Kitts and Nevis continues to deteriorate and has passionately urged the public to set aside traditional party support and cast their vote for the candidates that addresses issues.
He stressed that sticking with the issues are critically important, noting that all persons should strive to ensure good governance.
Williams said that there is sufficient evidence that points to the severe failures of the Labour administration since taking office 15 years ago. He noted that their support is critical in an effort to reverse the many violations committed against the public. He lamented on the state of affairs whereby a number of agencies and facilities within the Federation cause the public to suffer while Ministers of Government continue to get enormously rich.
Williams said that the problems are “inherent in an undesirable culture” to which the Government subscribes in its relationship with the public. He charged that the Dr. Douglas-led administration continues to set a pattern that would continue to create difficulties and challenges for the public.
“Dr Douglas has to understand that he has a responsibility to the nation and should therefore recognize that he was elected to serve all,” he said.
“…it is the reason why we continue to tell you the voters that having Dr. Douglas and the Labour Party re-elected would not bring about progress but rather failures, thus continuing the many social ills in St Kitts and Nevis,” he added.
Commenting on the current culture that persists, Williams made reference to what he described as the dictatorial approach of the Federation’s Prime Minister in an effort to maintain power, irrespective of how he does it.
Williams further noted that such practices and actions are in violation of the general moral and social ethics of politicians. He stressed that members of the public who oppose Government’s policies and plans are systematically deprived of opportunities even if they were suitably qualified.
“We within PAM understand and appreciate the support being given to us by you the voters. We continue to remain dedicated and committed to the cause and are cognizant of the Labour Party’s detrimental effects on the public’s interest as they desperately seek to hold on to power.
“Nonetheless, Dr. Douglas and his party continue to fail in being able to galvanize broad-based support, thus our confidence remains intact as we firmly believe that we will win the elections,” he said.
Williams noted that he is confident of winning the seat being held by Dr. Timothy Harris, and declared that the atrocities of the Labour Party have become so enshrined that they have now blossomed into glaring civil and human rights abuses.
Additionally, he said, the public should remain committed and vigilant, noting that change would be achieved. He also called upon voters to be knowledgeable and aware of the issues that confront them - their origins and nature – and the means of addressing and resolving them in an effective manner.
“I need to warn you that you need to set aside all fears of and sympathy for the Labour Party as change is important, because your future will be affected in some way or the other. Its our right as Kittitians and Nevisians to demand good governance, as once achieved it will aid significantly in achieving national harmony, broad-based development, and a fairer society with prospects of prosperity for all. And this is what we are all yearning for, which I add will be provided under a People’s Action Movement Government,” he declared.
