{"id":219395,"date":"2024-12-18T01:03:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-18T05:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=219395"},"modified":"2024-12-18T06:16:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T10:16:31","slug":"turner-no-other-politician-will-grace-the-halls-of-parliament-that-cared-more-for-the-people-of-this-country","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/turner-no-other-politician-will-grace-the-halls-of-parliament-that-cared-more-for-the-people-of-this-country\/","title":{"rendered":"TURNER: “No other politician will grace the halls of parliament that cared more for the people of this country”"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Senator Turner Hails Asot Michael\u2019s Legacy at Candlelight Vigil<\/strong><\/p>

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Senator Rawdon Turner<\/strong> delivered an emotional tribute to the late Hon. Asot A. Michael during a candlelight vigil at the Parham Basketball Court on Tuesday evening, describing him as an irreplaceable leader whose service to Antigua and Barbuda was unmatched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addressing thousands who turned out to honor Michael\u2019s life and legacy, Turner highlighted the former MP\u2019s unwavering dedication to the people, particularly in the constituency of St Peter.<\/p>

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\u201cThe Honorable Asot Michael was a friend, a mentor, a brother, a father\u2014he was everything to the people, not only of Antigua and Barbuda but especially to St Peter,\u201d Turner said. \u201cNo other politician will grace the halls of Parliament\u2014no other\u2014that cared more for the people of this country.\u201d<\/p>

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Turner underscored Michael\u2019s deep commitment to public service, adding that his legacy of care and compassion stood above partisan divides. \u201cWhether you agreed with what he had to say or his methods, one thing you cannot say about the Honorable Asot Michael is that he didn\u2019t care. He showed us what the meaning of service is supposed to be from our elected officials.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The senator went on to emphasize the magnitude of Michael\u2019s contributions. \u201cNo one in this country will be able to fill the shoes of the Honorable Asot Michael\u2014none like him has come, and none will come.\u201d<\/p>

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Expressions of gratitude were also extended to Senator Turner for his instrumental role in organizing the evening and ensuring the funeral arrangements reflected Michael\u2019s significance. One family member remarked, \u201cWithout Mr Turner, we would not have gotten anything done the way we wanted it for Asot\u2019s funeral. He made everything possible, and for that, we are grateful.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The vigil, attended by residents from across Antigua and Barbuda, featured prayers, songs, and poems dedicated to the late MP\u2019s memory. The atmosphere was solemn yet celebratory, as mourners reflected on Michael\u2019s enduring impact.<\/p>

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