WATCH: MP Lewis Says UPP Is Handling Internal Issues Privately as Election Nears

Member of Parliament for St. John’s Rural West, Richard Lewis, says the United Progressive Party (UPP) remains confident heading into the next general election, despite public discussion about internal tensions.

Speaking on Observer AM, Lewis acknowledged concerns about divisions within the party but insisted that such matters are being addressed internally as the election approaches.

“The perceived issues that the UPP is facing, we are dealing with our issues in-house,” Lewis said.

He added that the party is focused on maintaining unity and preparing for the upcoming vote.

“We understand that unity is strength. We understand that elections are imminent,” he said.

Lewis said internal disagreements are not unique to the UPP and should not be played out publicly.

“Every political party has its issues. The thing is, you trash them out behind closed doors, you don’t bring them to the public domain,” he said.

He emphasized that party members are working collectively to resolve concerns and present a unified front to voters.

“So whatever it is, as other political parties do, I contribute to the… thrashing out behind closed doors,” Lewis added.

The MP said he remains confident in the party’s readiness for the election, which is expected within months.

“I’m quite confident that we are putting things in place to ensure that we win the next general elections,” Lewis said.

He also argued that the governing Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) is facing its own challenges, suggesting that the UPP’s message will resonate with voters.

“We know that the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party is very unpopular, and we just have to come with the correct message to the people,” he said.

Lewis’ comments come amid heightened political activity and public debate about party cohesion, as both major parties intensify preparations for what is expected to be a closely contested general election

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