Dear Editor,

I think the time has come that the electoral commission should establish a criteria for persons who are desirous to run for public office.

A person should not be qualified for the job unless certain standards are met, both academically & professionally.

Sadly, some of our parliamentarians have become a laughing stock. It is evident that certain parliamentarians are unable to make a worthwhile contribution on behalf of their constituents, their constituency & towards nation’s building.

Presently, it should not be a surprise to hear what is happening with the St. George’s representative. The story is slowly unfolding that the Hon. Algernon Watts, Serpant, did not enter politics because of a conviction of civic pride towards the St. George’s constituents or the country at large.

I am also of a firm belief that he did not enter into politics for self enrichment or fame. However, i think he used the political opportunity to prove to the PM & to the electorate, that he has the antidote for the Labour party opponent, and simultaneously be a thorn in the Labour party’s flesh.

It is clear as crystal that Serpant has proved his point and without a doubt, in my view, he has accomplished his goal that he had set out to do.

During the election period, Serpant knew that he was a very popular figure, because of his radio program, which was the catalyst that propelled him to such popularity. As a result, it would have been, an ideal time to consider Serpant as the right choice to be a candidate to run against the Labour party..

Serpant, knew also it was the perfect time to throw his hat into the political ring. At the time, the Labour party was heading down a political precipice which had resulted from the woes of the water issues, the high cost of living, the gas crisis, and the Covid 19 saga. All odds were against the Labour party & its candidates.

Did Serpant accomplish his primary goal? Yes He certainly did! But now, he has work to do but unfortunately, he is faced with the embarrassment of not performing his role efficiently, as an honourable parliamentarian. Unfortunately, he has found himself acting like lame duck, struggling to keep up with the status quo.

Serpant’s absences from parliament speaks volumes. His antaganistic behaviour to assist his constituents says alot also. Now, he has been evicted from his branch office. What is next?

Too many things are happening with Serpant. Obviously, he is not ready for the job. Perhaps he should call it a day and allow for a by-election to take place.

I am now left to wonder if the constituents for the St. George’s constituency, are now having regrets that they voted for him during the general election. Time will tell!!