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NEWS RELEASE
\nFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
\nSaturday, August 21st 2021<\/p>

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Freedom Fighters for
\nAntigua and Barbuda- FFAB
\nNon-Governmental Organization (NGO)
\nEmail: ffab268@gmail.com<\/p>\n

Protest Adjustment<\/p>

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The Freedom Fighters of Antigua & Barbuda would like to notify the public of an adjustment to the protest dated for the 21″ of August 2021. The protest will now be held virtually in light of the sudden rise in cases as per the latest COVID-19 dashboard dated August 19 2021.<\/p>

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The link for the virtual meeting will be circulated throughout the day. This format will give Antiguans & Barbudans, within the diaspora, the opportunity to stand in solidarity against discrimination, coercion and segregation on the current matter at hand.<\/p>\n

The Freedom Fighters of Antigua & Barbuda would also like to take this opportunity to dispel the absurd and outrageous statements implying that the events on August 8th 2021 led to officers within the Police force being infected with the COVID-19 virus.<\/p>

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In light of the overhanded approach that was utilized by the officers, it was quite impossible for us to have been in close proximity to spread the virus in question.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, to ensure the safety of all individuals present, we ensured that protocols were adhered to.<\/p>

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The implication made was met with disappointment from many, however we will continue to push forward with the best interest of the citizens of Antigua & Barbuda in mind.<\/p>

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Additionally, we would like to extend warm wishes and a speedy recovery to all persons
\ncurrently affected by Covid-19, particularly those who have been hospitalized at Sir Lester Bird Medical Center.<\/p>\n

Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.<\/p>\n

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