by C Francique
Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell has called on Grenadians to move beyond the politics of personal attacks, division and divisiveness, urging citizens to embrace a new era of unity, accountability and collective nation-building.
Addressing the nation following his swearing-in ceremony on Sunday at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium as Prime Minister of Grenada, Mitchell said the message of “Me, You, Us. Ready for More” resonated deeply with the electorate, reflecting the importance of putting national interests above political differences.
He described the 14–1 election victory as belonging to the people of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, saying voters chose progress over stagnation and rejected the culture of politics they no longer wanted to see.
“Grenada has no intention of returning to the days of negative politics, of personal attacks, of division and divisiveness,” he declared.
Mitchell acknowledged that he had been extremely slow to respond to personal attacks throughout the political campaign, explaining that political leadership must be guided by a greater sense of responsibility and respect.
He challenged political leaders to set a positive example for the country’s young men and women, emphasising that political discourse should focus on ideas, policies and solutions rather than attempts to assassinate opponents’ character.
The Prime Minister described the new political chapter as an opportunity for national unity, but stressed that achieving it would require honesty and integrity from those entrusted with public service.
According to Mitchell, the responsibility of building Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique cannot rest solely on the Government. Rather, it requires the active participation and contribution of every citizen, including Grenadians living in the diaspora.
“There is more than enough work for all of us to do. We should put our shoulders to the wheel to build these islands of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique,” he said.
Prime Minister Mitchell reminded Grenadians that development is not a one-time achievement but a continuous process that requires commitment across generations.
“Our development is a continuous race. We are running our leg of the relay to pass the baton to those coming after us,” he said.
The Prime Minister also underscored the importance of accountability, encouraging citizens to hold his administration responsible whenever it falls short of its commitments.
“As the Prime Minister of Grenada, I pledge to always put the interests of the people of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique first,” he affirmed.
St Lucia’s Prime Minister Philip J Pierre and Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit attended the swearing-in ceremony.
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