Golden Isles Branch: We still want Miller

The Golden Isles Constituency Branch of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has rejected claims published in The Tribune that the branch is seeking to prevent Golden Isles MP Vaughn Miller from receiving the party’s nomination for the next general election.

In a strongly worded statement, the branch said it felt “compelled to respond with clarity, conviction, and a commitment to truth” following headlines that read “WE DON'T WANT VAUGHN MILLER TO RUN AGAIN.”

“First and foremost, let it be known that the Golden Isles Branch stands united and strong behind our Member of Parliament, Hon. Vaughn P. Miller,” the statement said. “We categorically reject the suggestion that his representation has been marked by neglect or abandonment.”

The branch denounced what it described as a “misguided and misrepresentative” narrative being pushed by a minority of constituents who are dissatisfied with the distribution of government contracts in the area.

“While issuing contracts, the process should be done fairly and transparently,” the statement explained. “However, there are some constituents who feel entitled to the vast majority of these contracts to the detriment of other constituents. Where is the fairness in that? Everyone must be given equal opportunities to work and survive.”

The branch claims that due to Miller’s balanced approach in distributing contracts equitably among constituents, a small group with vested interests has resorted to dishonest tactics.

“Because Minister Vaughn Miller has taken the more balanced approach and ensured that as many as possible of his deserving constituents are given contracts, the few that want the vast majority of the contracts have paid others within the constituency to fabricate lies as it relates to his representation,” the statement alleged. “The Minister is quite aware of who the culprits are, yet he remains focused on ensuring that everyone is treated equally.”

The branch applauded Miller’s low-key but determined approach to serving the people of Golden Isles, asserting that much of his work is done away from the spotlight.

“This is a man who does not seek applause but rather seeks results. Those who look closely will find the fingerprints of his diligence in every corner of Golden Isles,” it said.