Category: History
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Opposition Leadership in Barbados (Part 1)
The Constitution of Barbados specifically states that there shall be a Leader of the Opposition who is appointed by the President of Barbados. That Opposition Leader must: Since 2018 to present there has been no candidate contesting the general elections outside of the Barbados Labour Party was elected to sit in the House of Assembly. Read more
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A seat at the Barbadian Political Table
Everyone wants a seat at the table! It is one of the most exciting times in Barbadian politics since 2018. In 2018 the Barbados Labour Party under the leadership of Mia Amor Mottley, won the General Election unanimously, taking all 30 seats. In 2022, while Barbados was under covid 19 protocols, they won all 30 Read more
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The Heavy Price of Partisan Politics (Part 2)
Barbadians have been on a political roller coaster ride since the 1960s. The problem with a roller coaster is that the fun only lasts for a short time. Barbadians had some fun under the BLP and the DLP. Barbadians also had some victories under both parties. Victories in labour. Victories in social development and sports Read more
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Standing for Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
The Leadership Party stands for fundamental rights and freedoms. Fundamental rights are rights that are fundamental to the life and wellbeing of human beings. They are rights that are so important and so closely tied to life on earth that we cannot imagine living in a world without them. Things such are the right to Read more