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United Progressive Party (UPP) candidate Kelvin \u201cShugy\u201d Simon has expressed confidence in retaining his St Mary\u2019s South seat, dismissing doubts over his candidacy.<\/p>

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Speaking at Freedom Hall on Tuesday, Simon reflected on his rapid political rise, crediting constituents for transforming him from a newcomer into a \u201cpolitical beast.\u201d He recalled defeating a long-standing incumbent within three months in the last general election, calling it a historic achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTogether, we created history\u2026 the only branch to win two elections in a single calendar year,\u201d he said.<\/p>

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Simon pledged that the UPP\u2019s ambitions extend beyond past victories. \u201cWe are not done. We want more\u2026 we did it twice before, and we will do it again,\u201d he added, reaffirming his commitment to the constituency and the party\u2019s dominance.<\/p>

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United Progressive Party (UPP) candidate Kelvin \u201cShugy\u201d Simon has expressed confidence in retaining his St Mary\u2019s South seat, dismissing doubts over his candidacy. 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