Democratic National Alliance leader Joanne Massiah has publicly thrown her support behind Lamin Newton, the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party candidate for All Saints East and St Luke — a move already generating significant political discussion ahead of the upcoming general elections.
According to Antigua.news, Massiah appeared at Newton's meet-and-greet event on Monday night, where she encouraged constituents to back the Labour Party candidate at the polls.
The endorsement marks a striking shift in tone for Massiah, who has been a longstanding critic of the ABLP and its policies. She founded the DNA in 2017 following her departure from the United Progressive Party, positioning the party as an independent alternative voice in Antiguan politics.
Eyewitnesses at the event reported that Massiah openly urged voters to support Newton's candidacy in what is shaping up to be a tightly contested race in the constituency, as reported by Antigua.news.
The unexpected show of support has ignited speculation about shifting political alliances in the final stretch of campaigning, particularly given that the DNA has already indicated it will not contest the election.
Massiah has not publicly outlined the full reasoning behind her endorsement. However, political observers say the move could influence undecided voters and alter the dynamics in All Saints East and St Luke.
With election day fast approaching, attention now turns to whether Massiah's endorsement will translate into measurable support for Newton at the polls.
