My fellow Turks and Caicos Islanders,
Today, I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude and pride, even as we accept the results of this election. The people have spoken, and in a democracy, we honor and respect the will of the people. While this is not the outcome we fought for, I want you all to know that our commitment to this great nation and our people remains as strong as ever.
I want to begin by congratulating the winners of this election. To the incoming government, I extend my best wishes. The responsibility of leadership is great, and I pray that you will govern with wisdom, fairness, and a deep commitment to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The challenges before us are real, and while we may sit on opposite sides of the political aisle, we all share a common love for this country.
To the incredible candidates of the People’s Democratic Movement, I could not be prouder of the campaign we ran. Though we did not win this time, your dedication, passion, and service to this country will never be forgotten.
To our campaign team, our volunteers, and the Young Democrats, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You worked day and night, sacrificing your time, your energy, and your resources for this cause. You inspired so many, and I have no doubt that the future of the PDM—and indeed the future of this nation—is bright because of you.
And most importantly, to every single person who placed their trust in us, who cast their vote for the PDM, who believed in our vision for a better Turks and Caicos— thank you. Your support means everything, and while we may not have won this election, we will never stop fighting for you.
The work does not end here. The issues we raised—the need for safer communities, stronger healthcare, better education, affordable housing, economic opportunities— these issues remain. And we, the People’s Democratic Movement, will continue to be a voice for the people, holding the government accountable and ensuring that the promises made tonight are kept in the days and years ahead.
This is not the end of our journey. The PDM is strong. The PDM is resilient. And the PDM will rise again.
I urge every supporter to stay engaged, stay hopeful, and stay committed to the progress of our nation. We may have lost an election, but we have not lost our vision, our purpose, or our determination to see the Turks and Caicos Islands reach its full potential.
Finally, I thank Almighty God for His guidance and strength throughout this journey. His plan is greater than ours, and I trust that He will lead us forward in His time. Tonight, we bow our heads, but tomorrow, we rise again. We continue to serve, to fight, and to believe in the promise of a better tomorrow.
May God bless you all, and may God bless the Turks and Caicos Islands.