Gaile Rigobert Launched

On Sunday June 12, 2011 I took the opportunity to pay a visit to some old time friends in Vieux-Fort. After quite some fun and long chats we decided to check out the UWP rally in Micoud. It was the launching of Dr. Gale Rigobert, an academic. She is the daughter of the well known deceased agriculturist Andrew Rigobert, affectionately known as 'Rigo'.

What a site we saw in Micoud at the multi-purpose Center grounds. It was an ocean of yellow with an multiplicity of psychedelic colors intermingling there and there. The crowd was massive. A passerby would have thought that this was an election victory celebration.
Speaker after speaker showered words of praise and encouragement on the Dr.
Like Sam Flood said in his early morning 'Pawol Jouk Bois' at 5:30, 'If any one is thinking of running independent against Gale,they better become dependent.' Apparently throwing that at Janice.

It has been sometime now that I have taken to this eloquent and dynamic lady. Ever since, during the Senate's debate on this year's budget, this lady impressed me immensely. For eloquence, did she take a page from Rufus? (Lol).
In the half hour speech that Gale Rigobert delivered, it was like prophesy. ''I want to say to the young people in Micoud North and to the young people in St. Lucia, dream, dream, because when you dream with your knees on the floor and your eyes up to the heavens your dream could come true.'' She urged the audience. Everyone was moved. Some party faithfuls shed tears of joy as they were overwhelmed by Gaile's captivating words.
Off an on a drizzle came down actually blessing the proceedings.
It may be worth mentioning here that in spite of the poor organizational skills of the organizers of this rally as well as past events of the party, the rally went on smoothly, though a glitch here and there. A page needs to be taken from Labour's organizers.
Is this attendance a sign of what is expected, or, like was mentioned in the previous blog, 'a writing on the wall?'

Still to come, Laborie and Vieux Fort launches.
You know what to expect in Vieux Fort.........an avalanche of yellow. Brace yourself. The bell may be tolled?????
On the road to VICTORY!

For who will the Bell toll?

General elections are definitely on the cards for this year. It is my strong opinion that it will be in late November to early December. Don't be surprised if it is held in October. Be careful! This blog is not in anyway suggesting that it has info on the election date. This, only and only the PM knows.
Voters around the island will be casting their votes for their choiced candidates, and more specifically, Choiseulians will decide on whether to retain Rufus as their rep or replace him with Lorne, sorry I mean Bolo.(that's the talk in the air these days. De docta say Lawn en brite enuff. Mee roro)
The choice is not a difficult one to make. Why? Simple! Bousquet has delivered. Friend or foe, supporter or non supporter,labour or uwp, cannot deny this FACT. Let it be written and sung that Bousquet has out matched every single politician to ever represent Choiseul. The closest to him was his dad. You want to mention Forgetus John! No way bro!
Bousquet has Choiseul at heart and he continues to put Choiseul and Choiseulians first. It is very silly for some persons on the other side to think that Bousquet's projects are aimed at winning votes. It tells you something about these persons' perception of what development is all about.There has never been a lull in Bousquet's projects implementation. There has been continuous work,if its not in that community,then its this other one.
Lorne and his myopic crews want Choiseulians to get rid of Bousquet and let him in. Well, it is his perogative. But for starters, Lorne is not a politician, period. Nothing close to that. What form of representation that he can give that is so radically different from Rufus'. Choiseulians want to see action, not mere words. Like an old saying, 'A politician's promise is a comfort to fool'. Sounds familiar. Pawol labar. Papeesho.
Hear this. Any party which wins the Castries basin is a sure winner. Which party will win in the basin belt? Your guess is as good as mine.

The writing has been carved in stone. Bousquet is a sure winner.
Overall, UWP all the way 12 to 5.
Did you hear about the Boulevard crowd? You en see nuttin yet. Check Micoud today and drop dead.

Executive of UWP Youth Arm Formed.

At a meeting held on May 21, 2010, the youth of the United Workers Party of the constituency came together to formalise their vibrant group. The youth of this party was energised at a previous meeting where they were given a pep talk by the campaign manager, Mr. Jimmy Haynes.
The executive elected comprises of: Ms. Sherina Edward - President, Ms. Trudy Popo - Vice President

Ms. Kimya desir - Secretary, Ms. Amanda John - Ass. Secretary, Mr. Jason Simon - Tresurer, Ass. Tresurer - Wendy Joseph, PRo - Curtley St.Ange.
Trustees: Charde Desir, Nyus alfred, and Bradley Desir.

The objectives of the Youth Arm are stated as:
1. To find problems challenging our youth
2. To increase youth grop popupation
3. To equip youth with the knowledge and skills for the work environment
4. To find waays to provide employment oppurtubnities for theyouths
5. To improve existing and build new existing facilities
6. to revitalise existing sporting clubs in the community
7. To form committee groups e.g. sports and planning

Presently the group is vigourously planning a boat-ride slated for June 26 or July 10, 2011.
Persons interested in the baot-ride are asked to contact The Constituency Office or call 459-9321 or any member of the executive.
Look out for a massive youth turn-out on Sunday.
News just coming to hand suggests that the Youth Arm has created a blog.
Check out http://uwpyouth.blogspot.com or just google 'Youth on the Move'
You tink dem youtes easy!

Mishra, Kohli secure India's 2-0 lead

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Choiseul Councilors Sworn In

On Wednesday June 1, 2011 nominated persons to serve as Councilors of the Choiseul Village Council were sworn in a low key ceremony which was held at the Office of the Council.

Councilors who were sworn in for the tenure February 1, 2011 to January 31,2012 are: Elmira Joseph (chairperson), Bryan S. Charles, Henson Samuel, Griffith Jn. Baptiste, Davidson Lionel, Wally St.Juste, Philomena Gilbert Lafeuille, Gabriel Lamontagne, and Veronica Stanislas.

The ceremony was attended by the Director of Local Government, Mr. Lucien Isidore, who was flanked at the table by two beautiful ladies, one his secretary and the other the accountant responsible for Local Governments.
In his short address the Director informed the Council of less resources to carry out its programs this year. He welcomed the returning Councilors for dedicating themselves to the development of Choiseul. He disclosed that The Choiseul Council has attained the status of 'most favoured council' with his Ministry Praise was showered on Mrs. St.Rose as being the 'pivotal person' in the running of Council. He cautioned Council of being misunderstood for projects which it will undertake this term simply because it's election year. He reiterated the point that Council must be transparen in whatever it undertakes.

The Chairperson thanked Councilors,the Ministry officials and more so the clerk for their presence here today. The chairperpon continued, 'Without this stalwart I would have been lost at sea, only to be at the mercy of the tides.' She went on to say how much she has learnt from the Clerk. 'I am proud to say that I have a team of dedicated Councilors who are always giving of their best' she showered at Councilors.

She however lamented the cuts in resources when Council has a larger area to work with. Revenue collection by this Council is a no no and the Ordinances she said need to be amended.

Councilor Lafeuille moved the vote of thanks.
Councilors and Ministry officials were then engaged in a little socializing and off the record chats and discussions.

Council's first order of business is to be discussed at a meeting slated for this Wednesday a 5:00pm.

Labour Boys - no letting up

Lorne and his crew were in the lion's den on Saturday afternoon trying to win the votes of the people. The prospective candidate was accompanied by a female, a male who on more than one occassion jump ship, a hard to please character, and his campaign manager.
Winning many votes in this area by labour is a hard task. It will even be more so his year because during the Fergy's reign, he completely neglected the people. His only visits to the community was to engage in his clandestine affairs.
But since Bousquet won last elections he has been visiting the area frequently and has completed many small projects from retaining walls to footpaths, drive-ways to drainage.
The Lamaze road which had been an eye sore for years was finally surfaced.

Bousquet has also made it his duty to create many small jobs whereby the most needy can get some form of cash on hand. A number of the elderly have also been placed on the government assistance program. All in all, Bousquet continues to touch the lives of the people.
To have these people to change their minds can be quite an uphill battle for the labour party. Last elections Rufus lost in this polling division by three votes compared to wider margins before. Our recent local poll gives Bousquet a lead of 45 votes with a + or - 5% this time around.
However elections are won at the polls not on paper. But there is a clear message here....polling division I5 belongs to Rufus not Lorne.

Can you imagine that I am at my home running some music from my phone, Bolo comes in pretends that he loves the scenery only to be in time to see him taking a pic of me. Sa ke evay se nom sa la? (what's up with these guys?)

Another Milestone Achieved

This blog as of yesterday posted its three hundredth (300) post and have to date clocked over eleven thousand (11,000) pageview hits. Quite an achievement. The records are displayed on the left pane.
This blog from its inception have not strayed from its mission. That is to post all of Bousquet's achievements in the constituency and here and there post other relevant article which may be of interest to its readers.
We at 'Choiseul on The Move' boasts of a worldwide audience and we keep on receiving letters of encouragements for our wonderful work.
However some readers think differently. With the notion that general elections is around the corner, operatives of the other side have taken to a form of commenting never seen before on this blog. The comments began to come in soon after the candidate of the other side was launched. These comments are, 1. making all kinds of wild accusations against persons, 2. Invloved in character assasinating, 3. loaded with vulgarities and explicits, 4. unfounded allegations, and so forth.
'Choiseul on the Move' is unperturbed and plays it safe by not publishing such comments since all these writers hide behind the annonymous tag, and for fear of libel.
We want to thank you guys out there who continue to read this blog to get informed on what is happening in this district.
Again, 300 posts and over 11,000 pageview hits. Quite an accomplishment. Don't you think so too?