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| Mr. Israel Akinsanya |
After
alerting the general public of his intention to run for the position of senior
senator of Grand Bassa County, Liberty Party strongman, Israel Akinsanya has bowed
out.
In his recent pronouncement on social media, Mr. Akinsanya cited that after
deep reflection and conversations with his wife, family and friends, he had
decided not to join the senatorial race.
In
the letter dated May 12, 2014, Mr. Akinsanya also called on Liberty party executives
to throw in their support for Mr. Jonathan Kaipay, who seem to be the consensus
candidate for the position.
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Liberia Magazine is still monitoring the situation as it unfolds. See below for
the full the transcript of Mr. Akinsanya’s letter.
May
12, 2014
Dear
Family and Friends,
As
you are aware, I announced in November of 2013, that I would be contesting the
Senatorial seat of Grand Bassa in the 2014 election. After months of canvassing
Grand Bassa, I have come to the realization that, only a unify candidate, on
Liberty Party ticket, can unseat the sitting senator.
I
had discussion with all the major stakeholders in the county, most importantly
the Deputy Speaker Hans M. Barchue, who assured me of his support of a Liberty
Party candidate, provided all the Liberty party contenders, comes out with a
consensus candidate.
After
deep reflection and conversations with my wife, family and friends, I have
decided to not run for this position in this election. At the same time, I’m
calling on my brothers Rep. Smith and Brown, to support the emerging consensus
candidate, Mr. Jonathan Kaipay. Let’s us all put our hands together with the
Deputy Speaker, Sen. Lawrence, and the rest of the Partisans, to bring about
the much needed change in Grand Bassa.
In
closing, I would like to say thanks, to all whom have work over the months with
me, to provide guidance on the way forward.
Sincerely,
Israel Akinsanya