A Warning to the Progressive Liberal Party

This message is directed to the top brass of the Progressive Liberal Party: all Members of Parliament, Senators, Ministers, and Party Officers. It is not written in malice, but in urgency. The Party stands at a crossroads where behaviour, not policy, may determine success or failure.

There is a growing perception—dangerous and corrosive—that some among us have developed an unusually high level of arrogance and self-centeredness. This perception is not imagined. It is spoken quietly at constituency meetings, whispered on street corners, and expressed plainly by supporters who feel unseen, unheard, and unvalued. When perception becomes widespread, it becomes political reality.

Of particular concern is the single-minded attitude displayed by some Cabinet Ministers who believe their only responsibility is their individual ministry. Leadership does not work that way. Government and party success depend on collective effort. Refusing to lift a finger to assist colleagues is not strength—it is short-sightedness. That kind of isolationist behaviour is a recipe for failure, both electorally and institutionally.

Equally troubling is the emergence of a superiority complex among a few who believe they have “arrived.” History shows that this attitude is most common in people unaccustomed to authority. Power, when new, can intoxicate. But arrogance alienates, and alienation loses elections. Humility must be a guiding attribute of leadership, not an optional extra. Respect for others—regardless of position, tenure, or family lineage—is not weakness; it is political wisdom.

Making oneself unavailable or inaccessible because one believes oneself to be too important is another dangerous trend. Politics is a people business. When leaders cannot be reached, supporters disengage. When supporters disengage, votes disappear. No office, title, or portfolio places anyone above the Party or above the people who give the Party life.

There is a powerful example already within our ranks. The Leader of the Party, Philip Edward Davis, is widely liked and respected—even by many in the opposition. That is not accidental. It takes a special spirit to attract people from all walks of life. Approachability, humility, and genuine respect build trust. Trust builds loyalty. Loyalty wins elections.

Another deeply damaging behaviour is the ostracizing of people—supporters, workers, or members who are perceived as inconvenient, insignificant, or insufficiently connected. This is counterproductive and dangerous. The Party cannot afford to create insiders and outsiders. The sooner everyone is treated with equal respect, the better. We need every vote. No vote is more important than another. Pettiness and standoffish behaviour are luxuries we simply cannot afford.

Even seemingly small issues—like the distribution of party shirts and hats—have become symbols of a larger problem. Thousands should be given away freely. Get more if needed. There are documented instances of people choosing not to vote because those distributing shirts did so with an attitude of arrogance. That is unacceptable. Symbols matter. Behaviour matters. It is time to raise the game.

Let it be clearly understood: the Progressive Liberal Party belongs to all of us equally. No one is more important than another, regardless of title or position. Years in the Party, or who one’s grandmother or grandfather was, mean absolutely nothing now. Every card-carrying member is equal.

Stop turning people off. Start drawing them in. Genuine love, humility, and respect will achieve far more than power plays or ego ever could. This is not just a moral warning—it is an electoral one. Ignore it at your own peril.