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Opposition should remove egos, beg forgiveness — Skelton Cline

Claude Skelton Cline

Commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline has warned Opposition members in the House of Assembly to put aside their egos and seek forgiveness if they want to present themselves as a viable alternative to the current Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government.

Speaking on his Honestly Speaking programme on ZBVI, Skelton Cline urged Opposition lawmakers to unify for the good of the territory.

“You have not offered this country a picture of what an alternative government will look like,” Skelton Cline remarked. He stressed that the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) must collaborate, arguing that their continued division undermines any chance of toppling the VIP government.

Skelton Cline criticised the Opposition’s approach to the proposed vote of no confidence, questioning their preparedness to govern. He stated, “How are we to meaningfully entertain the notion of enduring such instability, only to vote for the same confusion?” The commentator highlighted the need for a united front to ensure political stability and progress.

According to Skelton Cline, the ongoing disunity is reminiscent of the last election, where the Opposition failed to form a coalition government despite having an opportunity. He warned that the VIP would likely retain power if elections were held today due to the Opposition’s fragmented state.

A call for forgiveness

Skelton Cline suggested that Opposition members must focus on humility and reconciliation to regain the public’s trust.

“I suggest we clear the room of pride, vacuum up all the egos, and beg forgiveness,” he said, adding that this approach could help create a unified and credible government.

He also emphasised the importance of collaboration within the current government, advocating for efforts to build the territory rather than political infighting.

“At least make an attempt to get the best and work together to advance and improve the lives of the people of this country,” Skelton Cline advised.

The Opposition has faced criticism for its inability to present a cohesive leadership strategy since the 2023 general election. Weeks ago, the Opposition attempted to move a vote of no confidence in the House of Assembly, but the government thwarted their efforts through a walkout.

In the meantime, the perceived lack of unity between the NDP and PVIM continues to cast doubt on the Opposition’s ability to form a stable government.

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  1. Rubber Duck says:

    Is he not in jail yet?

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  2. He sick says:

    He should be the one begging forgiveness for all our tax money he collected for doing nothing. Does his man have no shame?? Something has to be wrong with this dude.

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  3. NAH says:

    the city slicker c too SLICK for them , ( he got toʻo muckmh SKILLZ for them ( he is back with a vengeance ) he is now dancing to the beat of ( Mc hammer’s – “CAN’T TOUCH THIS ” SONG □ so anytime they think they got him , HE SIMPLY DOES THE MOONWALK AND SLIP & SLIDE AND DISAPPEAR (
    TURN A GHOST ) AND HANG OUT WITH HIE PATHNER THE DEVIL , BEFORE REAPPEARING , WITH A FRESHLY CLEAN SHEET

  4. Message to Claude and John Cline says:

    Mr Claude,

    I want to commend you for your efforts of bringing a message but at this juncture it is not about the message, it’s the messenger. You guys have caused so much distrust in yourself that the country does not care for your messages.

    The country have seen you played both sides of government when they have power and it is evident that what you and John Cline say always comes off with a bitter remorseful taste in the mouth.

    I along with many others of the public would like for you to be quiet because you guys comes across like a howling sorrowful dog every morning just to make the news and it is irritating to the public eyes and ears.

    Go take a chill pill and mute yourself. Let life live itself because your advice is not gracious enough to outweigh your own actions to prosper in this country.

    Now please take my advice because many and I mean many say that you guys are cornmen instead of clergymen. Time to take a deep look in the mirror and accept what God has shown us the people.

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  5. Rattie says:

    Csc is right we have no confidence in funny man or bob the builder

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  6. @ rubber duck says:

    You and collins might end up there before he!

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  7. LOL says:

    He is longing to get back that TT in his mouth

  8. Tell me says:

    Mr. C, exactly what it is that you are looking for or want? Are you seeking a seat somewhere in Government/Politics?I am just so tired of hearing your mouth. I am so tired of the simple male mentality that is running rampant on the Island.

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  9. ಠ_ಠ says:

    How has CSC made it this far while lacking self-awareness??

  10. hey wait says:

    you that shister fraud actually steal from all bvi. stole $10 from every man woman child 30,000×10+300k. maybe more, in contracts. aint even talk about the legal mess you ti*f money from bvi for.

  11. Where Are We Going says:

    Until we have freed ourselves of the mental chains that have us believing that there is an invisible man in the sky who is coming back to save us we will continue with the same s**t show. How on earth grown a** adults can fall for this crap and try to enforce it on another generation causing confusion and chaos is beyond me. There is nothing you can say except this bulls**t is played out its time to admit it was a con plan that has played out. Wicked and greedy fools who continue to benefit from people’s ignorance are the ones responsible for the problems that we face as a people today. We don’t need the bullshit when people are born we don’t need it in their lifetime we don’t need it when they die. Give it back and see how quickly there will be no more colonial master and no one to colonize. Simply put that is the enslavement and you are the agent of your own demise. Stop blaming Claude, John, Tom, Dick, Harry blame your own damn self period.

    • @where are we going says:

      I am gonna pray for you. You don’t believe in God but i am sure the first thing you do is call his name when you get into trouble, whether that means illness, death of a love one or friend or some type of problem. You do call his name. So there’s your start in believing he does exist. You live in a World where there’s good and evil, life and death. You can see the beauty that was created and yet you still think he’s imaginary? I hope for your sake you accept Jesus as
      your personal Lord and Saviour before its too late. I am going to pray for you. Take care and God bless you my dear.

  12. Citizen says:

    This Guy is so Pathetic. He needs to just be gone and stay gone. The very same things he is asking the Members of the Opposition to do are the very same things He should have done after the COI. He allegedly defrauded our Treasury of Millions and still here FREE… How sick is our Legal System here. Clergyman or Fraudster???

  13. Nah Man says:

    Fraud Skeleton-Crime should be begging us for forgiveness after all the zero-delivery contracts he took money for.

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