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Cannonier: ‘PLP Distorted The OBA’s Position’
[Written by OBA Leader Sen. Craig Cannonier] Thou shalt not lie. At the end of last week, the PLP deliberately distorted the OBA’s position on term limits. They said we would “end” term limits instead of what we actually said, which was to “suspend” them for a period of two years pending a review that gives us a policy that works better... Read more of this article
OBA Ideas To Fix The Economy
The One Bermuda Alliance held a press conference this morning [Oct.6] to speak on the economy. OBA Leader Senator Craig Cannonier, Shadow Finance Minister Bob Richards and Miguel DaPonte – a member of the OBA’s Shadow Board on the Economy – all made brief presentations. Mr Richards suggested a raft of measures to improve the economy including:... Read more of this article
Video: OBA Announce New Candidates
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] is hosting a press conference today [Sept.27] to announce some of their candidates who will be standing in the next General Election. It is expected to begin shortly and you can tune into the live video below: Live stream over, 20 minute video replay available below: Update 2:42pm: OBA Leader Senator Craig Cannonier... Read more of this article
Dr Gibbons: Appt. Of Dr Glaze ‘Raises Questions’
Shadow Education Minister Dr. Grant Gibbons questioned the recent announcement that Canadian educator Dr. Avis Glaze [pictured] has been engaged, asking “why the Government continues to hire outside talent to implement education reform.” Dr Gibbons also questioned the Education Minister’s statement that Dr. Glaze’s efforts will be “at... Read more of this article
Video: John Barritt Resigns As OBA Leader & MP
[Updated with video] John Barritt today [Sept.15] submitted his resignations as Member of Parliament for Devonshire South Central and his position as Leader of the Opposition. The resignations follow Saturday night’s election of Senator Craig Cannonier as Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance. Mr. Barritt pledged last May, while announcing the formation... Read more of this article
Full Text: Bob Richards’ Election Speech
This past weekend, Shadow Minister of Finance Bob Richards narrowly lost the OBA Leadership race, losing by a mere 14 votes to Senator Craig Cannonier. There were 680 votes cast in the leadership race; 6 spoiled [0.88%], Senator Cannonier received 344 votes [50.44%], while Bob Richards got 330 votes [48.52%]. Mr Richards is pictured below on the right... Read more of this article
Premier Cox Congratulates Cannonier/Dunkley
Premier Paula Cox congratulated the new Leader and Deputy Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, saying “I extend best wishes to Senator Craig Cannonier on his election last evening as leader of the OBA, and to all successful candidates in the OBA’s executive elections; notably Senator Michael Dunkley on his impressive 75% victory in becoming... Read more of this article
Photos: One Bermuda Alliance Election Night
Last night [Sept.10] hundreds of people made their way to the Fairmont Southampton, to participate in the One Bermuda Alliance’s [OBA] first Leadership Election. With a scheduled 7.30pm start, the proceedings started later then expected, and the final results were announced at approximately 12.30am. Almost 700 people voted in the election, with... Read more of this article
Full Text: Michael Branco’s Election Speech
Last night’s [Sept.10] OBA Leadership Election saw three people vying for the two Deputy Chair positions; Michael Branco earned 516 votes, with former UBP Senator Jeanne Atherden receiving 505 votes, and gym owner Karen Magnum garnering 258 votes. The founder of Fireminds Ltd and now Senior Vice President of Ignition, Mr Branco obtained his undergraduate... Read more of this article
Full Text: Michael Fahy’s OBA Speech
Michael Fahy spoke at the beginning of last night’s [Sept.10] OBA Leadership elections, saying: “Our island is too small to have divisions. Each of us in this room has a real opportunity to demonstrate to the rest of Bermuda that we do not believe in division – rather we believe in opportunity and inclusiveness for all.” Mr Fahy... Read more of this article
Full Text: Craig Cannonier’s Election Speech
Last night [Sept.10] Senator Craig Cannonier was elected leader of the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA], beating fellow candidate Bob Richards by 14 votes. There were 680 votes cast in the leadership race; 6 spoiled [0.88%], Senator Cannonier received 344 votes [50.44%], while Bob Richards got 330 votes [48.52%]. Senator Cannonier and his family are pictured... Read more of this article
Full Text: Michael Dunkley’s Election Speech
Senator Michael Dunkley is the new Deputy Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, after gaining almost 75% of the vote [506 to 163] over veteran MP Trevor Moniz at last night’s leadership elections. You can read the speech below, and watch it on the video replay here. It starts at approximately 53 minutes into the video, drag the bottom bar to fast... Read more of this article
Video: Craig Cannonier Elected New OBA Leader
[Updated: Cannonier/Dunkley win] Tune in live below as One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] members elect the new Opposition Leader this evening [Sept.10], at a convention being held at the Fairmont Southampton. Registration and check-in started at 6pm, and the evening’s proceedings are scheduled to begin shortly. Senator Craig Cannonier and MP Bob Richards... Read more of this article
Video: OBA Leader Candidate Bob Richards
This evening [Sept.10] the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] will host their Leadership Election, with Senator Craig Cannonier and MP Bob Richards both hoping to be elected leader. We spoke with Mr Richards yesterday about tonight’s election, and the future plans of the OBA. When asked what he hopes to bring to the table as leader, Mr Richards said he... Read more of this article
OBA Advance Polling For Leadership Election
The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] Leadership Elections will be held on Saturday, September 10th at the Fairmont Southampton, and there will also be advance polling options. The advance polling will be held at the OBA headquarters on Reid Street in Hamilton next Tuesday [Sept.6] and Thursday [Sept.8] between 12 and 1 pm. Those wishing to vote will need... Read more of this article
Full Audio: One Bermuda Alliance Town Hall
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] hosted their second Town Hall this evening [Sept.1] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s. The panelists were Shadow Finance Minister Bob Richards and Senator Craig Cannonier – the two leadership candidates. Moderating was former UBP Senator Suzann Roberts-Holshouser, while Shadow Education Minister Dr... Read more of this article
