ELECTION POWER WATCH: Who Would Get Your Vote Today?

As we edge closer to the general elections, one question is beginning to echo across Choiseul/Saltibus:

If elections were held today, who would win the seat?

Would voters rally behind the incumbent with his years of experience and community work?
Or would they shift the tide toward the challenger, who brings a fresh perspective and boots-on-the-ground energy?

Or maybe… just maybe… the constituency isn’t fully decided yet.

This blog isn’t here to tell you who to support — it's here to give you the mic.

🟨 THE CHOICES

🟡 Bradley “Flex” Felix
The current MP, running on the United Workers Party (UWP) ticket. Known for his experience in commerce, infrastructure projects, and years of service in the House of Assembly.

🔴 Keithson “Kiffo” Charles
The newcomer on the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) side. Backed by decades of experience in public utilities, a reputation for reliability, and a call for people-first leadership.

⚪ Undecided
Still weighing your options? You’re not alone. Many voters are watching closely before locking in their choice.

CAST YOUR VOTE IN OUR COMMUNITY POLL!

This is a quick, anonymous check-in to see where the winds are blowing.

👉🏽  https://poll-maker.com/poll5607000xeBD54DC7-165

We’ll share the results in a follow-up post as part of the Election Power Watch series.

Let your voice be counted — not just on election day, but right now.

SOUND OFF IN THE COMMENTS:

• What’s swaying your vote this time around?

• What issue do you want the next MP to prioritize?

• What would make or break a candidate for you?

Stay tuned for more deep dives, polling division insights, and community conversations right here on Election Power Watch — your independent look into the pulse of Choiseul/Saltibus.

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✅ MEET THE CANDIDATES – PART 4

The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

 📢 Series Introduction 

“MEET THE CANDIDATES” is a 4-part blog series for voters in Choiseul/Saltibus. We’ve stripped away the noise to give you real insights into the two men vying for your vote.

🟡 Part 1 – The Incumbent: Bradley “Flex” Felix
🔴 Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles
⚖️ Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for Candidates
✅ Part 4 – The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

Now that you’ve met the candidates and examined the issues, the only opinion that matters... is yours.

✅ PART 4: The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

Elections aren’t won by headlines, hashtags, or handshakes. They’re won by you—the voter.

No blog post, campaign ad, or political rally should decide your future. What matters most is whether your candidate can deliver the results YOU care about.

So now we ask:
What kind of leadership does Choiseul/Saltibus deserve?

🟨 What You Know Now:

From this series, you’ve seen:

• Bradley “Flex” Felix (UWP): A seasoned MP with experience in commerce, banking, and infrastructure development. An incumbent defending his record and asking for your continued trust.

• Keithson “Kiffo” Charles (SLP): A community-rooted technician turned first-time candidate with 25+ years of service at LUCELEC, promising transparency, local inclusion, and fresh leadership.

• The Big Issues:
  ▪ Roads & Drainage
  ▪ Utilities (Electricity, Water)
  ▪ Youth Unemployment
  ▪ Agriculture & Fisheries
  ▪ Health Access
  ▪ Political Accountability

Now it’s time to apply that knowledge to your decision.

🧠 A Simple Voter Reflection Test

Ask yourself honestly:

✅ Has my MP made a visible difference in my community?
✅ Do I feel seen, heard, and respected by my representative?
✅ Is it time to continue what we’ve started — or start fresh with someone new?
✅ Will I be able to hold this person accountable after the election?
✅ Who is most likely to push for the issues I care about?

If you can’t answer those questions confidently — don’t vote based on party. Vote based on progress.

🗳️ Your Responsibility Doesn’t End at the Ballot Box

No matter who wins, demand more:

• Demand regular community meetings.
• Demand development reports every quarter.
• Demand that Choiseul/Saltibus gets its fair share of national projects.
• Demand that the MP fights for YOU — not just their party.

✍️ Add Your Voice

🗨️ Comment Below:
Which candidate do you trust most to move Choiseul/Saltibus forward?
Which issue matters most to YOU?

Or take our anonymous voter poll:

https://opinionstage.com/page/e5f37057-ca98-4bcb-bf0e-48ff93f6a090

🧱 Final Word

We’ve done our part by researching, writing, and presenting this blog series.

Now it’s over to you.
Vote smart. Vote strong. Vote for the future you want.

⚖️ MEET THE CANDIDATES – PART 3

           The Key Issues & Questions for the Candidates

📢 Series Introduction

“MEET THE CANDIDATES” is a 4-part blog series designed to give voters in Choiseul/Saltibus the facts they need before casting their ballot. No fluff, no fanfare — just clean breakdowns of both candidates, their backgrounds, and the issues that matter most.

🟡 Part 1 – The Incumbent: Bradley “Flex” Felix
🔴 Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles
⚖️ Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for the Candidates
✅ Part 4 – The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

👉🏽 Now that we’ve met the candidates, let’s break down the issues.

⚖️ PART 3: The Key Issues & Questions for the Candidates

Elections aren’t just about personalities. They’re about priorities. As Choiseul/Saltibus heads to the polls, here are the key issues on the ground — and the critical questions we should be asking both candidates.

This guide is designed to help YOU, the voter, hold your next MP accountable from day one.

🛣️ 1. Infrastructure & Roads

The Issue:
Many roads across Choiseul/Saltibus remain in poor condition — narrow, potholed, and often impassable after heavy rain.

Questions to Ask:

• Which roads are on your top 5 priority list for upgrades?

• How soon will work begin, and what funds are secured for them?

• Will you push for sidewalks, drains, and better street lighting?

⚡ 2. Electricity & Utilities

The Issue:
Unreliable electricity, poor water access, and limited service coverage plague many communities — especially in the highland areas.

Questions to Ask:

• How will you improve service delivery from LUCELEC, WASCO, and FLOW/DIGICEL?

• Can you commit to faster restoration after storms?

🌱 3. Agriculture & Fisheries

The Issue:
Farmers are battling high costs, low yields, limited market access, and lack of youth participation. Fishers face outdated landing sites and limited cold storage.

Questions to Ask:

• What support will you offer to help farmers modernize?

• How will you secure  markets for cocoa, and new crops?

• Will you complete and upgrade fishing facilities in Choiseul Bay and beyond?

👩🏽‍🎓 4. Youth, Jobs & Education

The Issue:
Many young people feel left behind — without access to stable jobs, mentorship, or technical training.

Questions to Ask:

• What’s your plan to create jobs for Choiseul/Saltibus youth?

• Will you support TVET programs, scholarships, and internships?

• How will you involve youth in community projects and development?

🏥 5. Health & Community Facilities

The Issue:
Clinics are under-resourced, and many communities lack functioning community centers, recreational parks, and elder care.

Questions to Ask:

• How will you improve access to health services — including mobile clinics or upgraded health centers?

• What plans do you have for community development?

• Will you invest in sports, culture, and elderly services?

• Will you install  Sabwisha beach facilities

💼 6. Accountability & Communication

The Issue:
Voters are demanding transparency. Too often, elected officials vanish after elections.

Questions to Ask:

• Will you commit to quarterly town hall meetings?

• How will you report on progress and finances?

• Can we expect a public hotline or social media updates?

🔴 MEET THE CANDIDATES – PART 2

The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles

📢 Series Introduction 

“MEET THE CANDIDATES” is a special 4-part blog series designed to give voters in Choiseul/Saltibus a clear, no-fluff understanding of the two men vying to represent them in the next Parliament. Whether you're leaning red or yellow—or still on the fence—our goal is to equip you with the facts, so you can vote smart and vote strong.

We cover:

Part 1 – The Incumbent: Bradley “Flex” Felix

Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles

Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for Candidates

Part 4 – The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

👉🏽 Now let’s meet the man seeking to bring change to the Choiseul/Saltibus seat.

🔴 PART 2: The Challenger – Keithson “Kiffo” Charles (SLP)

Keithson "Kiffo" Charles enters the political ring with quiet confidence, deep community ties, and a 25-year track record in one of the country’s most essential sectors — electricity.

Running on the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) ticket, Kiffo presents himself as a fresh face with the technical know-how, community credibility, and level-headed leadership the constituency needs now more than ever.

🎓 Background & Experience

Homegrown Roots: Kiffo is a proud son of Choiseul, where he has lived his entire life.

Career at LUCELEC: With 25+ years at Saint Lucia Electricity Services Ltd., he currently serves as Supervisor in the Customer Care, Transmission & Distribution Division, overseeing operations for the entire southern zone.

Education & Training:

▪ Certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology

▪ Certificate in Management from UWI Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business

Awards: Named Technical Supervisor of the Year at LUCELEC in 2014 — a nod to his reliability and leadership.

🛠️ Professional Strengths

Kiffo brings a technical mindset and operations-focused approach to politics, with proven experience in:

Problem-solving in critical infrastructure

Managing large teams

Customer service & responsiveness

Community-focused service delivery

He believes that “representation is about more than showing up in parliament—it’s about showing up for your people every day.”

🧩 Strengths

✅ Strong local roots and community trust

✅ Real-world experience managing vital public utilities

✅ Fresh perspective and clean political slate

✅ Recognized leadership within LUCELEC and beyond

⚠️ Weaknesses / Criticism

❌ Lack of political and legislative experience — first-time candidate

❌ Some may question whether technical skills translate into national leadership

❌ Must prove he can push through red tape and deliver fast

Still, Kiffo is positioning himself as the candidate for accountability, inclusion, and delivery — without the distractions of political drama.

🎯 What He’s Promising

While his full manifesto is still being shaped, Kiffo has already made it clear that his campaign will center on:

Youth empowerment

Service improvement (especially electricity, roads, water access)

Community trust rebuilding

Transparent governance

Local employment generation

In interviews and walkabouts, he frequently speaks about "restoring hope in governance" and "bringing practical solutions to the table, not just promises."

🗳️ Final Word (for this part)

As you get to know Kiffo Charles, ask yourself:

Do we need a new approach in Choiseul/Saltibus?

Can someone outside the current system fix what’s broken inside it?

Do technical skills and people-centered leadership matter more than political polish?

Coming up next:

Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for the Candidates

🟡 MEET THE CANDIDATES – PART 1

The Incumbent – Bradley “Flex” Felix

📢 Series Introduction:

“MEET THE CANDIDATES” is a special 4-part blog series designed to give voters in Choiseul/Saltibus a clear, no-fluff understanding of the two men vying to represent them in the next Parliament. Whether you're leaning red or yellow—or still on the fence—our goal is to equip you with the facts, so you can vote smart and vote strong.

We cover:

Part 1 – The Incumbent: Bradley “Flex” Felix

Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles

Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for Candidates

Part 4 – The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

👉🏽 Let’s start with the man currently holding the seat.

🟡 PART 1: The Incumbent – Bradley “Flex” Felix (UWP)

Bradley "Flex" Felix has become a familiar face in Choiseul/Saltibus politics. Representing the United Workers Party (UWP), he has held the seat since 2016 and has built his reputation on the back of long-standing public service, a deep background in finance, and his role in Saint Lucia’s Cabinet.

🎓 Background & Experience

Profession: Banker by trade, with over 32 years in the banking sector, Felix came into politics with a financial mind and people-centered approach.

Constituency: Elected to serve Choiseul/Saltibus in 2016, unseating Lorne Theophilus (SLP).

Ministerial Roles: Served as Minister for Commerce, Industry, Investment, Enterprise Development & Consumer Affairs under UWP’s last administration.

In his own words, his banking experience gave him a strong understanding of “how people manage money, how business grows, and how government policies affect the man on the street.”

🛠️ Work as an MP

Bradley Felix has overseen and advocated for several constituency and national projects, including:

Roadworks and infrastructure upgrades in key Choiseul communities.

Support for the Choiseul Fishers Project, including foreign assistance to tackle port challenges.

Calls for national productivity standards, encouraging business efficiency and customer service.

Youth & sports development, with efforts toward community centers and support for local sports teams.

He has consistently positioned himself as a “servant of the people,” not a career politician.

🧩 Strengths

✅ Name recognition and incumbency advantage

✅ Experience both in Cabinet and the constituency

✅ Strong ties to the finance and investment sector

✅ Clear track record on infrastructure, standards, and fisheries

⚠️ Weaknesses / Criticism

❌ Some voters feel promises have outpaced delivery.

❌ Critics argue that key sectors like youth employment, agriculture, and drainage remain under-addressed.

❌ As a long-term incumbent, he faces the usual scrutiny of “what have you done for me lately?”

Still, Felix insists that his development plans are “ongoing,” and he remains confident that the people of Choiseul/Saltibus will “choose substance over slogans” come election day.

🗳️ Final Word (for this part)

As you evaluate the incumbent, ask yourself:

Has your community improved over the last five years?

Has your voice been heard and respected?

Do you believe Felix still has more to offer?

Next up: Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles (SLP)