Welcome to the New 2011 NDP Government

Welcome to the Honorable Members of the 2nd House of Assembly in the British Virgin Islands:

1st Andrew Fahie - VIP

2nd Alvin Christoper - VIP

3rd Julian Fraser - VIP

4th Mark Vanterpool - NDP

5th Delores Christopher - NDP

6th Alvera Maduro-Caines - NDP

7th Dr. Kedrick Pickering - NDP

8th Marlon Penn - NDP

9th Ralph O'Neal - VIP

At-large:

Dr. Orlando Smith NDP

Myron Walwyn NDP

Archibald Christian NDP

Ronnie Skelton NDP

 

We have all repeated one phrase today, "The people have spoken". For the previous months, many repeated "Leh We Do This Thing". From today forward, I say it's about "doing the real things". We have infrastructure to mend, a hospital to complete and staff, tourism to revive, agriculture to grow, education to truly go from so-so to good and youths to empower and inspire positively.

We also have to remember that while we have elected representatives, we also have our work to do to. I hear people saying that the new government will not do us right and we will be sorry. I firmly state that we will not let them slip to that point - the point we were at on November 6, 2011. We have to help them work to get our BVI back on track. If we can co-exist with our representatives and the opposition, then we do more.

In relation to the opposition, we have four vocal VIP representatives who I expect will stay on the issues. Otherwise, they should not expect to be back in the next election. Many of them almost were ousted so they need to watch their backs. The want and need for power is crippling and this is why we have to work with all our reps to keep them grounded.

I pledge my support to the 5th district where I am about to go to live and to the 6th district where I attend church, have family and where my children's school is located.

We have to keep 'doing this thing' - this unity, this national pride - to keep our heads afloat in this trying times. Welcome to the Honorable Dr. D. Orlando Smith and his Cabinet. We are looking forward to your best representation as we work together to improve our BVI.

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Voting of At-Large Votes Still Being Completing but it looks like NDP

As I rush to prepare to head to work, the NDP team still looks like they got the four AT-Large votes from the voting public in the BVI. There may be another two hours before the AT-Large votes are counted. I will be updating the blog tonight with the final information.

I think we can say that the NDP Government is back in from 2003 and have ousted the VIP Government who was voted back in 2007.

All the best to all the elected persons. We have a lot of work to do so let's do it!!!!!!!!

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November 7, 2011 will mark a new beginning for the British Virgin Islands

November 7, 2011 will mark a new beginning for the British Virgin Islands. The decisions that the people make will have a significant impact of the way of life and the culture of the country. While there has been a spirit of diviseness, we are hoping that the visit to the polls will cure this. Certainly, we do not want this to get worse.

I have my predictions on who will win but what I am hoping for is the best of all teams present to unite to improve our BVI. What we really need is unity in the country. The party lines that divide us only make the country weaker. We have prayed for the people to vote with their hearts and with their country in mind first.

I have favorites coming from the three parties and among the independents. However, they all can't win but we have to try to work with who will. I personally have seen some incumbents that must go. It is no longer acceptable to take the nonsense that they pass out - in bad decisions or white/brown envelopes. Some are still embroiled in this corrupt style of politics and it must stop. They are taking our country's treasury and spilling the money for unworthy causes.

What we need is to see the benefits of our labor. We need to know that projects are technically sound and cost effective. We want stiffer accountability from all levels of government. We want our infrastructure fixed. We want education brought back on track. We want the sewerage where it is supposed to be not on the road.

It is a pivotal time and all I can ask is for the people to pray before they cast their ballot. The future is literally in your hands.

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My NEUTRAL Comments on Elections

I posted this on Facebook and think it pertinent to blog it. My question to the voters is:

Have the FIVE persons who you voted for in 2007:
1. Helped just you?
2. Aided just a few?
3. Facilitated a selected crew?
4. Pushed for community initiatives for me, she, he, them, us and you?
 
If your answer is any other than number 4, then you need to think carefully when making your choice on November 7!

There are many parties with different vision and manifestos but you have to weigh your FIVE votes carefully. They are all saying that you should go with one party all the way. However, I think you should vote with your heart and your conscience. If you have an ill feelings towards any candidate, you have to evaluate why you feel that way and evaluate the opponents and make that choice.

Don't let anyone influence you in the way they feel you should go. Pray and go to the polls with your BVI on your mind.

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POEM: It's Election Time

It's election time
and we are hearing all kinds of rhymes
unfortunately it's a lot of negative
but no true visionary perspective
it's a lot of calling names
and a lot of throwing blame
but that's not what we need
we need good people from a strong breed
to take our country to another level
and take out corruption with a big chisel
people with a national plan
who will make good use of our resources and land
people who will improve our infrastructure
leaders who believe in BVI culture
we need to focus on our education
not just the total figure at graduation
cause if the graduates can't read or write
then this country is truly in a plight
I remember we used to talk about 100% literacy
but now it seems to be 100% hypocrisy
we need to move forward from this trend
we need to take corruption to an end
let's look at the tourism sector
without solid infrastructure it can't get better
don't be fooled by the gimmicks and envelopes
these tactics are what make the country broke
pollution and crime are some of our problems
and the whole country has to be called to solve them
we are the ones who make up the community
but we have not been living in solidarity
we have to take our country by the helm
this is our BVI - it's our gem
so let's not take our future for granted
and hang with the lines of the corrupt and slanted
let's get our minds right and vote with our hearts
this is our BVI  so let's do our part

© Linette Rabsatt