UPDATE: “Proud to step up into an At-Large position” - Dirk L. Walters
Mr Walters started off as a candidate for the District Five seat but made the switch yesterday, February 6, 2019, when he appeared on JTV’s Big Story Special with host Cathy O. Richards. However later in the day, he took to social media stating emphatically, “I’m proud to step up into an At-Large position.”
According to Walters, his decision was driven by the voice of the people, and a strategic plan for the best possible outcome for District 5. This district is seen as one that faces the hottest contesting on the heels of the death of its last representative, Hon Delores Lettsome-Christopher.
However, Walters says he is laser focused, as he is not just after a seat in the House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands (VI) but on being in a position to represent all the people who have confidence in him.
Overwhelming Support
“I’ve been overwhelmed by the support that I’ve received, not only from residents of my own district but also from districts all over the BVI… They have listened to my platform and want to see these plans applied to the entire Territory,” he said while adding, “I believe that my agenda is truly relevant and can be the basis of a National Plan.”
He said that long before he would have completed his term in office, there will be a better standard of living for each and every Virgin Islander, and a long-term plan in effect for the future growth of the Territory’s children.
He said that in making the decision to run At-Large, he has given serious consideration to what he sees as a long-standing issue regarding district representation in the HoA.
Opposition District Reps struggle – Walters
“When an individual is elected as a District Representative but is not a member of the ruling party, that person must struggle – often unsuccessfully - to be heard,” he said.
He further stated, “This leads to districts where the residents are entirely neglected for what can be a four-year term, and I deem this both unacceptable and in urgent need of change.”
Walters, one of the political newbies in the VI said that the needs raised by all elected District Representatives, regardless of the party they belong to, should be received and responded to equally, “I can only ensure that happens if I run as an At-Large Candidate,” he noted.
See previous story published Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Dirk L. Walters switch to running At-Large, still with PU
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI - Political newcomer Dirk L. Walters announced a few weeks ago that he was running in the fifth district with the Hon Julian Fraser led Progressives United (PU).
However, Today, Wednesday, February 6, 2019, he has switched, telling JTV Facebook page that he will now run At-Large.
The political aspirant said he was overwhelmed with requests to run At-Large, as it gives more persons the opportunity to vote for him. He confirmed he will be “contesting the seat as an At-Large candidate.”
The former Government employee and bandleader stated, “I have been getting a lot of support from all over and they can trust me” he noted.
2 At-Large for PU
It is unclear if the public will see the move as a sign of early political instability. The feedback by the public is still coming in and our news Centre will bring an update.
This will mean that Mr Walters will join Rajah A. Smith as the PU's second At-Large candidate.
23 Responses to “UPDATE: “Proud to step up into an At-Large position” - Dirk L. Walters”
2. How many people he say a lot is again?
3. What did he say they can trust him with again?
We are so off track! Really! Are we for real?
Lord I cry from your help and intervention in this here BVI election come Feb. 25th, 2019.
the "Sheep" coming Myron move out the way before you get knock down. Sheep down win the at-large votes by far.
A vote for Marlon gives us Myron, so we voting for Byron.
the Wise men come out of the east, Calvin, Byron, Sheep, Blah Blah Blah