George Wehner Congratulated for Display of Political Sportsmanship
Senator Michael Joseph has congratulated George Wehner of the United Progressive Party for what he described as a “display of true political sportsmanship” following the results of last night’s by-election held in St. Peter.
Wehner lost to Rawdon Turner of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party.
After the announcement of Turner’s victory, Wehner congratulated him and shared some lighthearted moments.
In a media statement, Joseph remarked, “Wehner took on a task that was improbable based on all indications, yet he approached it with determination because he believed in his cause. That is truly commendable.”
Joseph added that ‘the saddest part was that after accepting such a calling, he had to stand almost alone and face the results of what was in essence, a party’s call to serve.
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