VIDEO: A Rift in Political Relationships | The Case of Algernon Watts and Prime Minister Gaston Browne

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MP Algernon Watts and PM Gaston Browne (file photo)

In the turbulent world of politics, friendly banter often conceals the underlying tensions that can arise between leaders.

However, the relationship between St. George MP Algernon Watts and Prime Minister Gaston Browne reveals a more personal dimension to political rivalries.

Over the weekend, Watts claimed that PM Browne made derogatory remarks about his mother, an offense he considers unforgivable.

Watts has expressed that he cannot forgive Browne for these comments, emphasizing how personal attacks can go beyond political discourse. Such remarks can not only affect individual relationships but also impact the overall fabric of political camaraderie.

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Comments (7)

  • Binta March 31, 2025, 7:05 AM

    Grow up serpy and fix your panty strings. You have done baby things to people that warrants them hating you. Donr try to come here and pretend you are not a bad guy. Gaston is known for his loose tongue but to hate someone because of that is hypocritical.
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  • Juju Bee March 31, 2025, 8:54 AM

    So where the rest of the story for those of us with low data and can’t play the clip 🤨🤨🤨
    Anyway is politics they say one thing in public and behind closed doors their best friends
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  • Stone March 31, 2025, 9:10 AM

    The only difference between Caribbean politics and international politics is..in our politics we slander you and family, were as in international politics they lock you up on false charges or kill you.. same old same old
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  • Lyn March 31, 2025, 10:10 AM

    So why Serpent is such a cry cry babe. Wipe your tears and tek it like a man. you came on radio and said Samantha UGLY. you shamed her. body shamed her. now someone makes a statement about U MAMA and you offended. dry your eyes and grow the phak up
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  • Romeo March 31, 2025, 10:11 AM

    So Antigua.news you guys deliberately like trouble. Just watch the pic they put of Algernon. HAHHAHAHHA
    Reply
  • Luka Johnson March 31, 2025, 11:17 AM

    Is it a major break? If it doesn’t affect the population at all, it’s fine.
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    • Unruly One March 31, 2025, 12:05 PM

      Both of them was sleeping with the same woman. Uncle Gassy Tek Serpy woman and the drama start and never stop. So there you go. But both are petty and need to grow up.
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