Soufriere by-election critical Linton says

Linton said Dominica needs a stronger opposition
Linton said Dominica needs a stronger opposition

Opposition Leader, Lennox Linton, is of the opinion that the upcoming by-election in the Soufriere Constituency can do something very critical to Dominica.

“This by-election can do something very critical and very important for Dominica,” he said a UWP rally on Thursday evening. “Something that Dominica needs more than anything else at this time.”

He stated that presently Dominica needs a stronger opposition.

“In the absence of a change of government right now, Dominica needs a stronger opposition,” Linton said.

He stated that the communities which make up he constituency years ago accepted the role of being the watchdog in the affairs of Dominica to makes sure things were going right.

He said right now they have the opportunity in the election “to press the reset button on our computer called Dominica and put us on course for something new and something different, something better because we need something better to happen in this country.”

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50 Comments

  1. May 16, 2016

    I concur!

  2. Massacre
    May 16, 2016

    UWP should be given the mandate to run the country , since they have proven many times over that they have what it takes to improve the livelihood of Dominicans. They need that chance to move Dominica forward and in line with other Caribbean islands. We travelled the islands and Da is the only one where we did not development.
    DLP has been there for 15 years and we have seen is decline in every aspect of development. No Jobs, lower education standards, financial decline, health care no existence, Roseau is looking like a rubbish dump, sporting facilities out the window, agriculture sector gone and both young kids and retirees looking to go out of the country, even trusted government employers are saying that they are waiting for their pension too secure before they leave Da . So nobody cares any more what happens to my country. Labor has to go!

  3. bigger
    May 16, 2016

    I totally agree with Linton we need a stronger 0pp0sition but I’m afraid this present one since Erica hasdone absolutely nothing for the enhancement of our people. They had a blank cheque to fix their constituency these lazy guys prefer’ to go on radio and talk our country down so what can they do for Soufriere a vote for the UWP is a wasted one. They have spent sixteen years in opposition doing the same thing and expecting a different result. What a load of losers

  4. Reasoning
    May 15, 2016

    I totally agree and support you Mr.Linton on this.In my opinion given the state of the island under this illegal rogue government,the people should vote any candidate opposing the government in this by-election.My thoughts and opinion on this by-election to you Mr.Linton,is that there should be no by-election.All that should be happening now by your political party,is rallying and mobilizing the people in a massive rally,protest,demonstration and shut down of the island,forcing this gangsters out of office!!! The ball is in your court Mr. Linton,of all the opportunities you have had for such upheaval,this is the most perfect reason and timing!!! Rise up to the occasion my brother and be this strong leader!!!

  5. intelligence
    May 15, 2016

    Man not even you BLUES like and appreciate your own leader

    I would have expected dozens of you BLUES to have commented in total agreement with what he has pronounced,

  6. Joan
    May 15, 2016

    I am Dominican and i can say most of my people have no principles and morals. Dominicans have changes. This man has really used his head on the people I heard about 10 yrs ago some horrible Things had been done in Dominica I never believed it but now I do. Thepeople of the South please vote out the evil; doers. They out do not care or love Dominica. These passport money should be in the Treasury of. Dominica not in a foreign Bank . The Govt. should not have to go begging for mon ey to rebuild D.A.

  7. Jack in the bean stalk
    May 14, 2016

    It would be interesting for the public to note here, that I was looking for the article with ma patricia mohenee on corruption; and only to find out it is already face down in the bobbol garbage bin occupied by Taurus manure and and 10 dead V/Case Rats and one dead Irish pig.

  8. Help us God
    May 14, 2016

    We’ve been praying for change and our prayers have been answered. The Panama papers is answer to our prayers and we better jump on it to apply pressure on the Skerrit corrupt regime before Dominica gets like Venezuela, as seen in the link below

    http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/maduro-orders-seizure-of-closed-venezuela-factories-jailing-of-owners/ar-BBt3bLI?li=BBnbfcL&ocid=LENOVODHP15

  9. Caretaker
    May 14, 2016

    Marriage never last because the bride never marry the best man. the man that could help is Joshua Francis, his party was not in power so what does he had to resign from no team support. There is a contract waiting to be signed for improvements for pointe mchelle,people think one man cannot make an island. may be you don’t like scherzo personally but all over the world is labor in control. Better the devil you know than the one you don’t know.labour all the way

  10. viewsexpressed
    May 14, 2016

    Ho. Lennox Linton and the UWP Team of loyal and trustworthy men and women, I am with you all on this critical and important call. Dominica is run by a set of political bandits within the Labour Party and have seriously devastated Dominica and brought it to the worse poverty Dominica has seen since the 1950`s. This Labour Party is corrupt, inept, clueless and the people of Gallion, Soufriere and Scotts Head must take the lead to enact this change.

    Vote UWP on June 7th 2016 and be the champion for change for a new constituency and a new and reborn Dominica under the leadership and guardianship of the UWP – Team Dominica.
    Vote wisely

  11. What
    May 14, 2016

    You are incapable of attracting positive leaders because you lack the skills and charisma. People are afraid to gravitate towards your platform because you spew so much hatred and vile. You presented a person who lost by a landslide, and you brought him back again! What has changed since he was refused by the voters? You came to Scotts Head after 11 pm on Wednesday night what did you accomplished? Linton you are plain out incompetent. Do you expect to do the same old and get different results, by giving us Higgs again? How can you blame the PM for your lack of foresight. Your ideas are detrimental to those who followed you. As you stated, Dominica needs a strong opposition, but sorry you are not. You speak, BEFORE YOU THINK. You also tried to have three different women contest the seat, they runaway from you.
    Like your supporters my comment counts.

  12. Soufriere Voter
    May 14, 2016

    Well, thats the first sensible thing Lennox has ever said. He provides for weak opposition hence the need for strengthening. But stregthening comes with character, intelligence, maturity and sound leadership. I agree with him, in that, you cannot give what you don’t have. And he is in agreement with this. This is clearly manifested in his actions. Significantly, members on the opposition can do nothing about this. The mirage Linton, is disappearing and all the cracks and weaknesses are showing! Sorry Linton. Soufriere, Scott Head and Pt. Michel know better. They have seen right through you, notwithstanding the enticing and ensnaring words! Get your strength from somewhere else. Not on the backs of the people of Dominica who have clearly seen and accepted development path and agenda with the Government and Dr. Skerrit, their beloved Prime Minister.

    • AAGabriel
      May 17, 2016

      You don’t appear to be a stupid person but you’ve been brainwashed and blinded by the gifts and favour of your beloved Dr. People like you are just as much to blame for the downfall of DA as your beloved Dr., his Ministers and all so called advisors. Have you ever thought about the scenario after Skerrit??? The Dr. will be gone and enjoy a sweet life but all you guys will have to face the music in DA. Ever thought about it? Ever considered that day might be in the very near future?

  13. LL Sister
    May 14, 2016

    Are you saying that you need the Soufriere seat to become a strong opposition? Hmmm! This says much about how you preserve your current poistion. In that case It’s going to be a long day before you become a “strong opposition.”

  14. The truth
    May 14, 2016

    Please explain to the Nation on the Panama Paper in patois . Get someone who speaks patois well. The lay person still cant understand yet . The DLP is speading propagander on it. The mind set of our people is ———-
    Now they want to give the people all sort of things for theie vote. Where was Loraine all the time to speak ? Wh y she has not spoken about the abuse of our children? Has she a daughter? More to come. Keep Educating us.

  15. MIA
    May 14, 2016

    (He stated that presently Dominica needs a stronger opposition) wow did Linton made that comment? its time for James to elect a new leader so we can have a real OPPOSITION LEADER!!!!!!!! Thanks Linton to admitting that we don’t have a strong opposition leader.

  16. Labour Power
    May 14, 2016

    In case you did not know, we the people of soufriere don’t want uwp at all at all at all. So get alu diapers ready because this time around u gonna do it big. Alot of ppl who voted for uwp last election are not supporting “labour” after the last election mr “so and so” never called a thank u meeting and walked pass his supporters without saying hi. All of a sudden mr “so and so” know where we live but we dont want u.. All the way with Denese Charles.. Labour all the way. Mr Adams get your diapers ready we going to mash u up this by-election.

    • AAGabriel
      May 17, 2016

      Say thank you for what??????? It should be your duty to cast your vote in the interest of your country. If you are not interested in the betterment of Dominica just take your lousy vote and stick it where the sun don’t shine!!!! For you it’s not about Dominica but me, me, me, me, me…. Shame on you egoistic pig. If UWP was to stage a rum party in Soufriere tomorrow you would be the first one to attend and sing: no more Labour.

  17. UDOHREADYET
    May 13, 2016

    Opposing for the sake of opposing isn’t something better… its fuel for chaos… UWP has done nothing, absolutely nothing… all Lennox want is to be in power. You don’t need to be Prime Minister to do good or great things. Build something help some one, make the changes you speak of happen… they cant and dont want to!

  18. May 13, 2016

    that is truth hon. linton the gospel truth.

  19. freedom till I die
    May 13, 2016

    Let freedom run in soufrierre. Has always been a freedom seat.

  20. Danziger
    May 13, 2016

    The only thing you remain to do is Gadayzafer.

  21. proud dominican
    May 13, 2016

    lenox will u make it better? I dont think so cause all u there for is self. get to know yr people better

  22. No Thanks
    May 13, 2016

    You are incapable of attracting positive leaders because you lack the skills and charisma. People are afraid to gravitate towards your platform because you spew so much hatred and vile. You presented a person who lost by a landslide, and you brought him back again! What has changed since he was refused by the voters? You came to Scotts Head after 11 pm on Wednesday night what did you accomplished? Linton you are plain out incompetent. Do you expect to do the same old and get different results, by giving us Higgs again? How can you blame the PM for your lack of foresight. Your ideas are detrimental to those who followed you. As you stated, Dominica needs a strong opposition, but sorry you are not. You speak, BEFORE YOU THINK. You also tried to have three different women contest the seat, they runaway from you.

  23. CARTREATS
    May 13, 2016

    ?? is disagree with you statement, the Soufriere by-election was not part of uwp planes, it came about and uwp must address it

  24. west bank crew
    May 13, 2016

    I agree with u ??…but the by-election is a perfect opportunity to focus on the panama papers

  25. May 13, 2016

    I agree with you that the Panam mess is an important issue but right now the by-election is of utmost importance to save DA . UWP must win,

  26. possie
    May 13, 2016

    I strongly believe change is healthy and we need it. We don’t want to be stock in the same thing for the rest of our lives and later down say we should have. I think it is time for change now.

  27. KID ON THE BLOCK
    May 13, 2016

    You said it right Lennox. Dominica needs a stronger and better Opposition. Not that BS UWP Opposition Party and not a NOVICE DICTORIAL Opposition LEADER like you who just OPPOSE for Opposing sake.

  28. love I
    May 13, 2016

    Take your Country Back again people…do not be fooled by DLP again…..vote Higgs

  29. Zandoli
    May 13, 2016

    This election will tell Dominicans whether they are happy with the status quo or if they are ready for UWP.

    UWP has an opportunity to throw everything they have at this lone constituency. If they cannot take this one, they will be nowhere near being able to win a general election.

  30. May 13, 2016

    I wish the people that will be going to the poll and who have access to computers can connect to the Panama Papers all they have to do is put in Dominica and they will see for themselves it’s time that we the people of Dominica start educating themselves as Bob Manley said free yourself from mental slavery .
    It’s not something done by any party or groups in Dominica it’s done by the greedy men we elected to represent us, so when they come to you about your vote ask them the hard questions if they don’t want to answer run them. People remember the reason why you a having a By-Election I listened to Senator Mornell and she outlined it so very well for you, What about our children !
    Dominicans can you remember what the Baroness told you the people well it start and will get worst in the days to come… Is the PM in Dominica ?

  31. Not a herd follower
    May 13, 2016

    I fully endorse the analysis of Mr. Linton. We need stronger opposition to the government in Dominica, and having more members on the side of the Parliamentary Opposition is part of this strengthening

    To those who say that the Opposition should forget the election in Soufriere and focus on the Panama Papers, I say this proposition is foolish. Political power and the direction Dominica takes are dependent on the number of seats a politcal party has in the Parliament. Attention should and can be paid to both issues.

  32. mosquito 1
    May 13, 2016

    Oh shut up Linton, them mosquitos have more power than you

  33. Proud Dominican
    May 13, 2016

    I singing sankey, I singing sankey, I singing sankey now. I singing sankey for Linton and Higgs, I singing sankey until labour win. I sinkey all over Soufriere cause workers party days have gone. I singing sankey now. I singing sankey cause the labour party working, I singing sankey for 20 more years. I singing sankey cause I know workers sinking. I singing sankey now.

  34. event
    May 13, 2016

    Mr Linton and this UWP Opposition keep falling way short. The best way to strengthen Dominica’s Opposition is to show the people what you can do. However, the only thing this UWP does is show how this Government is bad, and sadly this is never going to be enough. So they can blow their foul whistle till their lungs collapse the majority is not going to swing in their favour. People want to know what you can do not what your opponent (Skerrit) cannot do. By the way, that ‘investment program’ you all were planning sometime ago, what is the status? Is it going good? Has it failed?

  35. @??
    May 13, 2016

    The Panama Papers should not detract the election process but should be integral of it. After all, it is the kind of issue that could form a part of the campaign. Just look at the common names being mentioned in the saga…
    There is a link

  36. Massacre
    May 13, 2016

    I hope the winds of change is blowing through Soufriere like we have never seen before. This election is critical,
    1) For the very reason it is being called.
    2) The personal actions that forced the former Pal Rep to resign. (Mothers & girls think)
    3) The lack of development in that area for years. (neglect)
    4) People are fed-up with this party
    5) Unemployment and no plans for the youth.
    6) Dominica\’s Development , others are too many to mention
    So if the people of that constituency do some soul searching they will truly kick out this DLP guys who have been taking them for granted all these years.
    The whole nation and even people in the region will judge all you by this election and evaluate your consciousness and integrity for reasons laid out before. \”People will not respect you if you do not show any resistance to them sometimes.\”

  37. oh Yes
    May 13, 2016

    I agree with this view point, analysis and perspective. The results of this by-election will be profound and it will provide a real picture of the present and the future of Dominica, the mindset of the people and good or bad political influence which prevails. My fear is compromise will be a byproduct of the political games that people play. We will see.

    • Jon Jones
      May 14, 2016

      Is this the seat that is vacant due to alleged child molestation by the former incumbent? Right now, international agencies are keeping very much abreast of unsavoury activity and corruption in Dominica at a high level. Rest assured Dominicans, these will be brought to task in due course but it is up to you to start the process of cleaning up your own environment instead of waiting for others. Evil can only flourish if good men stand aside and watch.
      If we want change it is up to us to make it happen with actions not words.
      Please dont get this bogged down with Jesus talk as it keeps us in that slave mentality. Check out the name Cesare Borgia and the Council of Nicea to fully understand the brainwashing that we have all been born into.

      In the words of Bob Marley “emancipate yourselves from mental slavery, none but us can free our minds.”

      Peace and love to all Dominicans

      • AAGabriel
        May 17, 2016

        Well spoken!

    • May 14, 2016

      how can a political leader who clearly does not have control over not one of his representatives talk
      about adding more to a severely divided and out of control party ?
      we must remember that Higs Adam`s was considered unfit for a place as a senator despite several request! so what are you asking for now.

  38. ??
    May 13, 2016

    Lennox needs to realized that the Soufriere by-election is just a distraction from the panama papers. Forget about by-election and lets focus on the panama papers.

    • D/can to de Bone(F)
      May 13, 2016

      What panama papers // Is it illegal?

    • enough is enough
      May 13, 2016

      ?? sorry Bro but you are wrong, Soufriere election is the only way we have to send a strong message to the government to say : enough is enough !! things have to change in this country. if we can’t change the government now we can at least make them understand that they have to change the way they run our country. we have to stop complaining about them, if we are not agree with what they do , do not forget that WE put them where they are, and ONLY WE can remove them or once again at least send a strong message : ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.
      the panama paper data will still be available after the election, don’t worry , we will dive in this after.
      one thing by one Bro.

    • %
      May 13, 2016

      @?? Lets concentrate on both..By-election will be over in early June,; next month,BUT THE ENTIRE WORLD, except Austrie will still be focussing INTENTLY on THE PANAMA PAPERS!!!!

    • Dominican Passports 4 sale
      May 13, 2016

      It’s not a planned distraction, but it’s a distraction none the less. This by election means nothing, as long as DLP holds majority seats they will suck salt

    • B.E.B
      May 13, 2016

      Why are u talking about distraction? Be it now , next week, next month or next year , there will be a Bye Election. I’m advocating that in order for Team Dominica to move forward, its leadership need to be changed. I would think that Mr. Isidore should be re-instated and the leadership should be between Isidore and Sanford. This is just my intake.

    • Francisco Etienne-Dods Telemaque
      May 13, 2016

      How can you believe the by-election is a distraction from the Panama Papers?

      A by-election is a special election held between a regular schedule election so as to fill a vacancy: that was first done in the year 1880.

      Pinard was elected by the people of that constituency, since the man is embroiled in an alleged sex scandal, he demits his office by resigning.

      Hence, the vacancy, he left voided has to be filled!

      According to the nation’s constitution, a by-election is mandatory, and it has to be held within a specific time, so that the people of his former constituency can elect another representative by voting!

      And the election has to be called within a certain time frame, at this point time is of the essence!

    • May 13, 2016

      Ikr

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