{"id":273463,"date":"2026-04-19T09:10:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-19T13:10:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=273463"},"modified":"2026-04-19T09:10:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T13:10:41","slug":"letter-election-vandalism-sparks-call-for-respectful-election-conduct","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/letter-election-vandalism-sparks-call-for-respectful-election-conduct\/","title":{"rendered":"LETTER: Election Vandalism Sparks Call for Respectful Election Conduct"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dear Editor,<\/p>

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The recent destruction of a political billboard in Freeman\u2019s Village is deeply concerning and must be unequivocally condemned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acts of vandalism, particularly in the heat of an election season, not only damage property but also undermine the very foundation of our democracy: the right to free expression.<\/p>

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Antigua and Barbuda has a proud history shaped by resilience, struggle, and the pursuit of self-determination. That legacy demands that we engage each other with respect, even when our political views differ. <\/p>

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Democracy does not require uniformity of thought\u2014it requires tolerance, dialogue, and the maturity to accept that others may not share our perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Billboards and other campaign paraphernalia have been vandalized during election season<\/p>

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What we are witnessing is a troubling shift away from healthy political competition toward hostility and division.\u00a0Destroying campaign materials, silencing opposing voices, or intimidating supporters does not strengthen any cause\u2014it weakens the democratic process for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We must remind ourselves that elections are not battles to be fought with anger and destruction, but opportunities to present ideas, debate policies, and allow the people to decide. There is strength in disagreement when it is handled with dignity.<\/p>

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Let us reject acts of vandalism and instead commit to a culture of respect. We can stand firmly in our beliefs while still respecting the rights of others to do the same. We can disagree without being disagreeable.<\/p>

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At this critical moment in our nation\u2019s journey, let us rise, not in conflict but in unity, understanding, and respect for the democratic values we all share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sincerely,
Glenford Peters<\/p>\n

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Dear Editor, The recent destruction of a political billboard in Freeman\u2019s Village is deeply concerning and must be unequivocally condemned. Acts of vandalism, particularly in the heat of an election season, not only damage property but also undermine the very foundation of our democracy: the right to free expression. 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