Premier's Courageous Step Towards Independence Conversation
Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley deserves credit for breaking political taboos and opening a conversation about independence.
His recent remarks at the United Nations called for an education programme on self-determination and a fixed future date for a political-status referendum, marking a necessary step forward in a long-overdue discussion in the Virgin Islands.
Conversations about political status and independence have been whispered around dinner tables and debated in hushed tones, with elected leaders often avoiding the topic due to fear of political backlash.
His recent remarks at the United Nations — calling for an education programme on self-determination and a fixed future date for a political-status referendum — mark a necessary step forward in a discussion that is long overdue in the Virgin Islands.
Premier Wheatley's courage in addressing this issue is a step towards a needed conversation.
Авторское резюме: Premier Wheatley sparks independence conversation.