Anguilla United Front hosted a launch event this week to formally announce Jeison Bryan as the party’s third island-wide candidate for the upcoming general election.
Party members gathered in Coronation Park from 7pm on 16 November to learn more about what the young professional could bring to the Anguilla House of Assembly.
In a speech to attendees, Bryan said his heart was swelling with “new found honour, joy and satisfaction” to be a candidate for what he described as “the most caring people-focused party”.
“This is a very pivotal moment, not just for me, but for our island as we come together to build a brighter future,” he said.
“I stand here, not only as someone who has dedicated his career to service, from education to sports and community development, but someone deeply committed to seeing Anguilla thrive.”
Deep connection
The island-wide candidate, who was born in the Dominican Republic, spoke of his deep connection to Anguilla and his commitment to serving the community.
He said he arrived in Anguilla at the age of seven and lived in Long Bay, adding that his grandfather and great-grandfather were both born and raised on the island.
“My grandfather, even though he decided to live in Dominican Republic, made sure that his children and his grandchildren, that his culture was never passed untold,” Bryan said.
“He always spoke of his home, Anguilla, and before he died, encouraged as far as his grandchildren to come to Anguilla.
“I am a proud result of that instruction to find my roots, to look for our bloodline, so that today I stand here solid, grounded, willing and able to represent and serve the people in this place I have naturally called home.”
He said as a child he was a student of the Alwyn Allison Richardson Primary School in West End and a keen sports player.
Serve not be served
Bryan spoke of how he later studied international relations with a focus on governance, diplomacy and negotiations – all appropriate skills to serve in political office.
“I will find the means to address the needs of the communities and to advocate for positive changes, particularly for youth and the most vulnerable groups,” he said.
“Politics will give me a platform to empower communities push meaningful reforms and bring visibility to issues that affect all socioeconomic groups in our country.”
He said he chose to join Anguilla United Front because of the party’s history of economic growth and stability and unifying and not dividing people.
“The Anguilla United Front is a party that is people focused, is structured and consists of a diverse but connected team of respectful, brilliant talent, yet down to earth candidates,” he said.
“This is not a group of people who are simply seeking to win an election, but it is a family who collectively understands what it means to serve instead of being served.”
Planned progress
Bryan described his passion for progress particularly in the areas of education, economic development, community empowerment, and sustainability.
He told attendees that quality life-long education must be prioritised for all, through equipping schools with resources, supporting teachers and implementing new programmes.
The economy must be diversified to become more resilient, he added, stressing that opportunities must be created that go beyond seasonal tourism and sports.
“With a stronger economy, our people can thrive, our families can prosper, and our island can become more self sustaining,” he said.
Bryan said the community should be the heartbeat of Anguilla and stressed that there is more to be done with grassroots initiatives as well as community safety.
He also said he plans to implement policies that protect the island’s natural resources, reduce waste and promote renewable energy sources.
The island-wide candidate promised, if elected, to provide inclusivity, transparency, accountability, and good governance to the role of parliamentarian.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article provides impartial coverage of political activities in the lead up to the 2025 general election in Anguilla.
It does not constitute an endorsement of any party or candidate.
