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Politician Trevor Young, once a United Progressive Party candidate in the 2019 general elections, officially joined the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) after briefly aligning with the Democratic National Alliance in 2022.<\/p>

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Young, who resigned from the UPP in 2021 amid internal disputes, announced his new affiliation on Facebook, citing the ABLP’s inclusive stance toward non-nationals.<\/p>\n

Chief of Staff Max Hurst confirmed Young’s party switch, describing the ABLP as a cohesive entity that forgives past grievances.<\/p>

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Hurst emphasized the importance of new members promoting unity and support within the party.<\/p>

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