LISTEN: Michael Freeland Secures Victory in St. George’s Primary, Set to Represent ABLP in Upcoming Elections

Published March 19, 2025, 5:57 AM

Freeland and supporters following results. Photo Credit Angelica O

Michael Freeland has won the St. George Primary, making him the anticipated candidate to contest the next general elections on an ABLP ticket.

At last night’s primary, Freeland received 350 votes, while Joel Rayne garnered 331 votes, Bakisha Francis received 142 votes, and Salim Browne received 42 votes.

Freeland spoke to Antigua News moments after his victory.

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Comments (5)

9x19Rugrat March 19, 2025, 10:41 AM

Let’s hope he does honest work.
Unruly One March 19, 2025, 10:33 AM

As I Said! Connections matter!
Stone March 19, 2025, 10:25 AM

Sounds like a good strategy, Mr Freeland, let’s see what happens mmmmm?
Faithful national #1 March 19, 2025, 10:23 AM

The two spoilers combined would not have made a difference. Some people just need to know when to quit! Of course the chief spoiler’s palm print(Dean Jonas) is all over this outcome. Don’t know why the ABLP didn’t get rid of him when the occasion presented itself!!
Freeland would do well to recognize and capitalize on the strengths that Rayne brings to the table. Best wishes to all of you.
Juju Bee March 19, 2025, 7:57 AM

So because MaryCiare say that’s the pic she want to see in the news that’s the pic all u really use? Lol..
It speaks unity though and that’s that’s really what we need right now. Congratulations to Michael and especially Joel you did great

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