OBA Appoint David Rogers To The Senate
David Rogers has been appointed as a Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance.
A spokesperson said, “David Rogers has been named by Opposition Leader Ben Smith as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance.
“Mr Rogers ran as the OBA candidate in Constituency 14, Devonshire North West, in the February 2025 General Election. Raised in Devonshire, he spent his formative years living in Sousa Estate, where he continues to reside.
“His upbringing was shaped by a strong sense of community and service, instilled by his parents. His father, Pastor David Rogers, serves as a Seventh-day Adventist minister, while his mother, Dr. Joan Rogers, dedicated her career to public service in Human Resources, tourism, and the police service.
“Mr Rogers attended Bermuda Institute, where his passion for the sciences and healthcare first emerged. This interest led him to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science at Andrews University in Michigan. Later, he expanded his expertise by earning a Master of Business Administration from the University of Stuttgart in Germany.
“Throughout his career, Mr Rogers has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to Bermuda’s healthcare sector. Starting as a summer student in the hospital laboratory, he gained hands-on experience in transfusion and haematology before becoming a Medical Group Underwriter. He went on to serve as the Clinical Laboratory Manager at Hope Healthcare Laboratory and later contributed to the Bermuda Health Council as a Policy Analyst and Project Manager.
“His diverse professional background equips Mr Rogers with a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing Bermuda today. His deep passion for healthcare and reform makes him exceptionally qualified to lead efforts to improve the health and well-being of all Bermudians.”
The new Senator shares he felt compelled to get into politics because of his experience in and his passion for, healthcare provision. “Our healthcare system is clearly struggling and needs urgent focus, to ensure meaningful care is provided to all our people in need.”
Opposition Leader Ben Smith expressing his pleasure with Senator Rogers stepping forward to improve Bermuda, “David adds yet further bench strength to the OBA team, bringing a particular and additional expertise with his considerable understanding of the health care sector, and the reform needed.”
Mr Rogers is keen to dig into his new role, “I accept this appointment with humility and a strong sense of responsibility, and I am honoured to serve Bermuda in this capacity.
“My background in healthcare, along with the many conversations I have had with the residents of Constituency 14, has reinforced the importance of strengthening our island’s healthcare system and addressing the very real challenges facing families across Bermuda.
“I look forward to contributing thoughtfully to the work of the Senate and working in the best interests of all Bermudians.”
The spokesperson said, “David Rogers is replacing OBA Senator Dion Smith, who resigned from the Upper House due to work commitments.”
The Opposition Leader thanking former Senator Smith for his service, “I am truly thankful for the work that he has done and the passion he brings to helping Bermudians. I look forward to the continued efforts he will give to his constituents and working towards his ideas of how to improve cyber safety for seniors.”
We look forward to his leadership and hope he has the strength to prepare for and guide us in hurricanes. Let’s give him an opportunity to serve.. not a chance…
A spokesperson said, “David Rogers has been named by Opposition Leader Ben Smith as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance
More like a replacement seat on the Titanic.
I wish I understood better the role and value of the Senate (?Upper House?) versus the House (?Lower House?), especially in the Bermudian context.
Is there anyone out there who would be willing to provide some education to our community so that we can come to know the value and impact of our vote and support… and people power, or lack thereof?
Thank you!
Kim,
Most democratic legislatures consist of two chambers.
In England it is the House of Commons and House of Lords. In Canada it is the House of Commons and Senate. In the United States it is the House of Representatives and the Senate.
The original idea of the “Upper House”, our Senate, was, like the House of Lords in England, a place for mature consideration after the political argy bargy of the “Lower House”.
Sadly, our Senate is now used by some not as a place for mature consideration, but as a training ground for potential MPs.