United Progressive Party leader Jamale Pringle has characterized the upcoming St. Philip’s North by-election as a definitive political watershed, framing the March 16 contest as a transformative opportunity for the constituency. Speaking at the formal nomination of candidate Alex, Pringle delivered a robust endorsement of his party’s contender while issuing sharp criticism against the governing party’s candidate.
Pringle expressed unwavering confidence in Alex’s campaign preparations, noting the candidate’s extensive community engagement and grassroots mobilization efforts. “Brother Alex has demonstrated exceptional commitment through his consistent groundwork,” Pringle stated. “This election represents a clear choice between progress and stagnation—a genuine change election for St. Philip’s North.”
The UPP leader emphasized Alex’s rapid accomplishments and deep connections with local residents, asserting that the candidate has maintained continuous engagement with constituency members despite the compressed campaign timeline. “His dedication remains evident through ongoing community presence and genuine constituent relationships,” Pringle added.
In contrasting the political alternatives, Pringle launched pointed criticism at the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party’s candidate, suggesting the ruling party’s representative would merely perpetuate what he characterized as an unsatisfactory legacy. “The alternative offers no substantive improvement—merely continuation of Sir Robin’s troubling legacy of inaction,” Pringle asserted.
The party leader concluded with a pledge of comprehensive organizational support, vowing to deploy the United Progressive Party’s full resources behind Alex’s campaign. “A unified and mobilized UPP will operate at maximum capacity to secure electoral victory on March 16,” Pringle committed.