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A Call for Patriotism Over Poison: MP Anthony Smith Urges UPP to Choose Nation-Building, Not Character Destruction
In every democracy, political parties have the right—even the duty—to challenge each other, debate ideas, and push the national discourse forward.
But there is a dangerous line that should never be crossed: the line where opposition turns into destruction, where political rivalry morphs into national sabotage.
It is with this deep concern and love for country that I, MP Anthony Smith, issue this heartfelt call—not just as a parliamentarian but as a patriot—to those in the United Progressive Party (UPP): the tactics of character assassination and deliberate national embarrassment must stop.
If the UPP is ever to be taken seriously as a potential government, it must shed its destructive instincts and recommit to a path of patriotic responsibility.
A History of Character Destruction—Now Aimed at a Prime Minister
We have all now seen the recent
failed power play by the UPP. The quashing of the Alfa Nero subpoenas in a United States court didn’t just vindicate Prime Minister Gaston Browne—it exposed the UPP’s elaborate scheme of lies, defamation, and foreign collusion.
Dozens of baseless allegations were made—from fictitious claims that the Prime Minister is worth $700 million USD to laughable suggestions that he owns WIOC and National Housing.
These allegations weren’t mistakes; they were deliberate attempts to mislead the public, tarnish a leader, and shame an entire country before the international community.
And when the U.S. courts ruled, it was clear: justice and truth prevailed over UPP deceit, treason, and political opportunism.
I Know Their Tactics Firsthand
I know what it’s like. I was once in the UPP. I joined with the genuine belief that we could build a better nation. But when I sought to offer ideas, I was told to “wait my turn; me just come”—not on merit, but because the senior policymakers and their inner circle had already decided who gets to lead and who gets sidelined.
When I spoke up, they tried to pull me down from every angle—spreading false stories, attacking my character, and attempting to destroy the reputation I had worked hard to build as a young professional, in service of the people. I left because I could no longer support an organization where ego, envy, hate, and internal sabotage had become standard practice.
And I am not alone. Others before and after me suffered the same fate—Joan Messiah, Cleon Athill, Stuart Anthony, Damani Tabor, Dr. Edmond Mansoor. All of them, to one extent or another, were sidelined or slandered by a party that has shown no remorse for devouring its own, let alone respecting national leaders.
Now they have turned their destructive sights on the Honourable Gaston Browne, and worse—on the very reputation of Antigua and Barbuda itself.
UPP Propaganda Has Hurt the Country, Not Just the Government
The false claim of a “missing $10 million” was their Trojan horse—used to mask dozens of lies and attempt to manufacture scandal. That lie, and many others, have now backfired catastrophically. The court has rejected them, and the nation has seen through them.
Even more shameful was the billboard erected in Washington, D.C., during an official visit by Caribbean leaders—a deliberate attempt to shame our Prime Minister and embarrass our country abroad. This was not “activism”; this was sabotage.
The group behind this effort, allegedly created to help Antiguans abroad, now censors anyone who does not support the UPP agenda. If you are pro-Antigua but not anti-Gaston, you are kicked out of their chat group. Is this democracy? Is this who we are as a people?
UPP Supporters Must Demand Better
Let me be clear: the UPP has many good, patriotic supporters. I know this. I’ve spoken with them. Many want better; many are tired of the venom. But they are being overshadowed by a dangerous faction—a faction built on hate, orchestrated by a vindictive leadership, germinated from the demonic presence of its Chairwoman, Gisele Isaac, and carried out by senior figures who have long abandoned any sense of national responsibility.
This is not healthy opposition. This is political cannibalism—and it must end.
My Call to the UPP: Let Us Disagree Without Destroying
Today, I call on current UPP leaders to reflect. Do you want to govern this nation or tear it down? Are you willing to put Antigua and Barbuda first, or will you continue to engage in the politics of personal destruction?
If the UPP wants to move forward, it must:
- End its campaign of lies and propaganda;
- Stop collaborating with foreign agents against national interests;
- Respect institutions, legal rulings, and political opponents;
- Rebuild around ideas—not vendettas.
Patriotism must outweigh partisanship. The nation must come before narrative.
The people of Antigua and Barbuda are watching. They deserve a real opposition—one with maturity, vision, and leadership—not bitterness, betrayal, and backstabbing.
Conclusion: Let the Nation Rise Above
The government is focused on building this nation. While we are repairing roads, expanding housing, and securing investment, others are tearing down reputations and dragging the flag through foreign mud.
Let us reject that path. Let us rise above character smearing and become better stewards of our beloved country. Antigua and Barbuda are too precious to be used as collateral in anyone’s political grudge.
Let us build—together.
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Wow! The relief amongst the ABLP cabinet members and their supporters is palpable.
Once again, after weeks of his silence, Anthony Smith pops his head above the parapet to talk about “patriotism” but note that he doesn’t mention LOYALTY to his voting public. Go figure!
Smith is the last person I want to hear from or even listen to; I’d rather listen to Gaston Browne (and that’s saying something!!!); at least we all know where we stand wid he!
ST HELL UP U JUDAS ISCARIOT
NOBODY WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU U DAM VERMIN OF A HYPOCRITE
You really do have gutts!!!!!!
You chose corruption, greed, selfishness and a few dollars over good governance.
You fell in bed with the corruption that you identified.
You have gone the totally opposite to what you preach.
Today you are calling for patriotism.
You actions are totally opposite to patriotism.
Anthony Babyface Judas Smith, right message wrong messenger.
Satan cannot correct sin.
You are more than Satan.
You are SIN.
“I left because I could no longer support an organization where ego, envy, hate, and internal sabotage had become standard practice.”
THANK GOD YOU LEFT TOXIC UPP!!!!!
Elston Adams……………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Gregory Athill ……………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Lamming Newton ………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Malayka parker …………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Ambassador Goodwin…………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Colin Browne ……………………… jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Colin Derek ……………………… jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Anthony stuart …………………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Joanne Massiah ………………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Dean jonas …………………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Winston Williams …………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Wimoth Daniel …………………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Mervyn Richards ………………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Phil more Benjamin ………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Errol Cort ………………………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
John Maginley ……………………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Hilson Baptiste ……………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Chanlah Codrington ………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Clephane Roberts ……………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Dr. Edward Mansoor ……………… jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Donna Chaia …………………………. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Trevor Young………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Kieron Simon………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Chaniel Imhoff………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Lenworth Johnson………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Luther Lee………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Anderson Carty………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Elmore Charles………………………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Bishop Dorsette……………….. jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Chevaughn Benjamin……..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Anthony Smith……………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Edmond Mansoor………….jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Sean Bird…………………jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Dr. Mansoor…………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Philmore Benjamin…….jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Arif Jonas……………..jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
Damani Tabor………….jumped off SINKING UPP SHIP
@ Straight Shooter
For once I agree with you, lol
Well put. Bigger than politicians are the people of Antigua, every action must be done with that in mind.
The man speaks the truth sadly.
When the story first broke about the missing monies I was shocked, but I waited and waited knowing that this was easy to prove. The first red flag was when Serpent failed to produce his “doc-is-ments”, and the second was the sworn statement from the purchaser that the vessel was in fact purchased for $40 million.
I also waited for the UPP to come out and acknowledge that they (whatever they would say), yet they came out with nothing. No apology, no statement that they were misled, no nothing!!
I felt so let down to be honest. They KNEW that they were spreading lies. THEY put the taxpayers on the hook for legal fees, and they are so laid back about it, and hard the nerve to wonder why we were footing the bill. REALLY??
I think that this has put another nail in their coffin. I do not trust that they have Antigua’s best interest at heart. Party members jumping ship, and others desperately holding onto their positions. It is a sad state of affairs and as a voter, I cannot see myself voting for them anytime soon until things drastically change. They are nowhere near where they were when Baldwin won. They came so close last time and then they self-imploded….maybe even exploded.
Gaston might not be the best, but he is wayyyy better than the UPP sadly.
@ Brixtonian
With this ruling the UPP has A LOT to own up to. I think even you have to admit that they deliberately and purposely misled the Antiguan people and damaged the reputation of Antigua and Barbuda. We are talking about THIS situation. We are not talking about anything else, but THIS situation. Everyone has a habit of dropping fake bombs; KNOWING THEY ARE FAKE; and then when the real proof comes out, they are nowhere to be found, and then they try and cover their tracks with other fake news to distract us. So so so disappointing! And what’s even more disappointing is that there are no news reporters interviewing the party and asking “why?”.
Brix, the UPP was reckless with this one and I think everyone knows it. Will they come out with a statement after the ruling? I wouldn’t hold my breath. The damage has been done to not only the UPP, but sadly to who counts the most – the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
You see the upp is just a “party” whereas the Labour Party is an INSITUTION!!! note the difference. coming together to be spiteful, vindictive, jealous and badminded to ABLP was not a good foundation for upp to stand on. The people of Antigua and Baburda and the world at large get to see what the upp is made of – rotten to the core, with maggots seeping out and a fecal stench. Run for the hill before the lipstick-wearing hog tramples you to death.
Wow! I love this, Gaston is blogging under different names, and chose Anthony Smith name as the conduit to the upp supporters, and more credibility. but am not into no alpha Nero boat, the day a white person break the laws with drugs and ammunition on their boat or home and the government seize it and sell it, I would be rejoicing that they are not a functionary of white validation and ain’t scare of doing their job without disparity. But presently the government tip toe around and other ethnicity and nationality except antiguas and Barbudans who get their bottom whip.
Plenty of you are just haters. You preach love for country, but in hindsight, y’all just still care about your party not being in power and trying to bring down Gaston Browne. Its really sad the lengths we will go to, and the things we would say to assasinate a persons character, and a lot of times its on hearsay. Introspection is needed. I know we are better than this. #AntiguaandBarbudaforever
They don’t care about no damn country! They have a serious thirst for power and will do and say anything to try and get it. Even at the cost of ruining the very country they wish to govern.