A fifth prominent member of the Democratic National Alliance (DNA) has left the organization, this time jumping ship to the ruling Antigua Labour Party (ALP).
Reports say that Louis Rivera defected, after having tendered his resignation on February 6, three weeks after the January 18 General Election.
It is widely believed that Rivera could replace Charles “Max” Fernandez, the ALP parliamentary representative for St. John’s Rural North, who has indicated that this is his last term in office.
Rivera contested this seat on the DNA ticket in the past two elections: 2018 and 2023. Prime Minister Gaston Browne reportedly has told him that now is the best time to position himself if he wishes to contest after Fernandez leaves.
According to the former DNA candidate, the Labour Party is a party of big dreams and big ideas, and is the best choice, especially for young people.
However, many people see Rivera’s move as motivated by self-interest and opportunism.
