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‘It is still the consensus in community’ that I run for office- Kevon S. Lettsome

- said he believes young people have something to offer to leadership in the territory
Former Opposition Leader of the Virgin Islands Youth Parliament (VIYP) Mr Kevon S. Lettsome aka ‘Shaq’ has confirmed that he is still contesting the 2023 General Election in the Virgin Islands. Photo: 284Media/Facebook
Political aspirant Mr Kevon S. Lettsome, right, appeared as a guest on the Art of a Distinguished Gentleman with Ronn A. Grant on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Photo: 284Media/Facebook
Political aspirant Mr Kevon S. Lettsome, right, appeared as a guest on the Art of a Distinguished Gentleman with Ronn A. Grant on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Photo: 284Media/Facebook
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Opposition Leader of the Virgin Islands Youth Parliament (VIYP) Mr Kevon S. Lettsome aka ‘Shaq’ has confirmed that he is still contesting the 2023 General Election in the Virgin Islands.

Mr Lettsome will be coming up against the incumbent and Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley for the Seventh District Seat.

Mr Lettsome had first announced his candidacy on April 25, 2022, via a Facebook post that stated: “I’ve spent the past years listening to my community crave for true and effective representation. I’ve contemplated the decision for some time but after careful consideration of the options laid before my community — I must come forward,” he said.

‘People have to want you to do it’- Lettsome

Appearing as a guest on the Art of a Distinguished Gentleman with Ronn A. Grant on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, Mr Lettsome was asked if he still has ambitions of running for office.

Mr Lettsome replied that he is putting himself up as a candidate because the people in the community want him to run and not because he has a personal interest in politics and that offering myself to his community is something that will stay in his DNA.

“And I am one person that will always say that I am not going to offer myself for office because Shaq wants to do it. People have to want you to do it and that is still the consensus in the community…” Mr Lettsome stated.

‘Young people have something to offer’

Amidst criticisms that the Territory needs experienced and highly qualified persons to lead at this juncture, Mr Lettsome said he believes young people have something to offer the country. “We have the ability to do it.”

He also said persons can only get experience if they are given the chance at something.

The businessman, who owns a construction company named Virgin Islands Construction, said he became heavily involved in community work to fight against the stigma that nothing good could come out of Long Look.

He said persons like former 7th District Representative Kedrick D. Pickering, Mr Broderick Penn, Senior Magistrate Tamia N. Richards, and Health Minister Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) are persons who have done well to also break the stigma.

Mr Lettsome, a former banker, noted that he is a proud product of the Youth Empowerment Programme

23 Responses to “‘It is still the consensus in community’ that I run for office- Kevon S. Lettsome”

  • Buffalo soldier (23/12/2022, 08:58) Like (8) Dislike (12) Reply
    i won't have a problem given him a chance. the BVI need a new face of politicians. people who truly care for the country and not they own personal gain.
  • Hmm (23/12/2022, 09:02) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    Up to no good… you and crabbe ????
  • old man's advice (23/12/2022, 09:11) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    At a young age, make sure all your bills are paid before you get old
  • asura (23/12/2022, 09:19) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    good luck
  • Go Siddung (23/12/2022, 09:26) Like (44) Dislike (4) Reply
    We already have too many young clueless rookies in government++++++++++We don't want any more
    • Josiahsbay (23/12/2022, 18:20) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      I suppose the old heads who knew what they were doing aren't the ones that got us in our current predicament?
  • long look me come from (23/12/2022, 10:09) Like (19) Dislike (4) Reply
    He not ready now next election is a big man game
  • not nice (23/12/2022, 10:19) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    Please rest yourself this is out of your class
  • Best Cutzz (23/12/2022, 10:52) Like (10) Dislike (2) Reply
    He & the minister for 8th ain sharing the same side lady?
    • ... (23/12/2022, 11:34) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
      had a good woman, with a strong head on her shoulders and now he sharing! smh
      • Ms. Diva (23/12/2022, 12:51) Like (13) Dislike (1) Reply
        @…, I guess sharing is caring right? I would highly agree he had a woman with a good head on her shoulder that would hold him down and had his back. There is no way I would give my vote to anyone that starts off disloyal. Don’t even worry about him, he is not going to garner the votes. A lot of men here in the BVI, don’t want the women that is going to be there for them and hold them down, they prefer to be with the airhead floosys.
    • Street CI (23/12/2022, 12:57) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      @Best Cutzz, of course they are. Who know, knows. They are both sharing the same dirty side chick.
    • Other side (23/12/2022, 13:54) Like (10) Dislike (5) Reply
      But he ain't on the other side?
  • controversial (23/12/2022, 10:54) Like (15) Dislike (1) Reply
    shak, shak, shak....5 ppl telling you the same ting 20x dont make it a 100...what consensus???
  • Teacher (23/12/2022, 12:14) Like (18) Dislike (1) Reply
    To all young people with aspiring political ambitions. My advice is to get up to at least a Masters level especially in political science and/or Economics. This will prepare you for regional and international conferences presentations in such and discussions in top notch circles. I hate hearing some people talk in HOA. Watch Mia Mottley, Ralph Gonsalves and other top politicians in the region. Those are persons to aspire to. To be honest Mr. Lettdone I admire your courage and ambition but don't think you are ready yet. Continue your education and stay active in your community. Let residents see you are someone who has their best interests at heart.
    • @Teacher (23/12/2022, 13:11) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      I am in favor of your comment 100%. It is very to have a Political Science or an Economics degree upon entering Politics. Politics is not about best liked or a popularity contest. Perhaps he will be ready in the next ten years, but now is not the time.I agree, stay active in your community.
      • the rock (23/12/2022, 21:42) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
        Less we forget its a wlole lot of them book heads got the darn country upsire down!
  • sorry (23/12/2022, 15:41) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    We can't deal wid no more greenhand right now
  • The watchdog (23/12/2022, 16:49) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
    Good try but shaq is not up to it
  • Rubber Duck (23/12/2022, 22:09) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Every politician wants to be King Rat

    Thats where the big cheese plates are.
  • Untrustworthy (24/12/2022, 07:07) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Them done know your games, why would they vote for a leader that can't even be faithful to his woman or friends.
  • asking for a friend (24/12/2022, 10:00) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Shaq is the front runner


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