The 2025 general election in St. Vincent and the Grenadines has been marked by unprecedented tactics and contradictions, particularly from the Unity Labour Party (ULP) led by Dr. Ralph Gonsalves. Despite the ULP’s reputation for intellectual prowess, their campaign has been characterized by fear-mongering and anti-democratic strategies, a stark departure from their usual approach. In his final rally, Dr. Gonsalves resorted to pleading on his knees, a dramatic shift from his earlier confidence that losing was impossible. This campaign has exposed significant contradictions within the ULP’s rhetoric and actions. For instance, Dr. Gonsalves previously mocked the New Democratic Party (NDP) for filing election petitions in 2015, stating that elections are won on the day, not in court. Yet, the ULP is now threatening election petitions to retain power, undermining their claim to democratic principles. Additionally, Dr. Gonsalves has criticized dual citizenship while his own family members hold multiple passports, and he has distributed misleading placards about passport ownership. The ULP’s stance on the sale of passports is equally contradictory. While they oppose such policies in St. Vincent, Dr. Gonsalves has publicly supported similar initiatives in other Caribbean nations, such as Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, which funds major infrastructure projects without burdening taxpayers. This hypocrisy raises questions about the ULP’s consistency and integrity. Furthermore, the ULP has misled the public about land sales, claiming the NDP would sell out the country’s lands while the ULP itself has sold prime land to foreign investors. The neglect of the Grenadine islands, a unique asset for tourism, further highlights the ULP’s failure to prioritize national development. The campaign has also seen regional politicians like Tevin Andrews endorsing ULP candidates while advocating different policies in their own countries. As the election approaches, it is clear that the ULP’s campaign is riddled with contradictions and questionable tactics, leaving voters to question the party’s credibility and commitment to democratic principles.