Cayman Democratic Party
The Cayman Democratic Party, formerly known as the United Democratic Party, is a political party in the Cayman Islands. It is the first political party in the Cayman Islands, being formed in 2001.
Cayman Democratic Party | |
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| Leader | McKeeva Bush |
| Chairman | Tessa Johnson Bodden |
| Founded | November 2001 |
| Ideology | Fiscal conservatism[1] Classical liberalism[2] Neoliberalism |
| Political position | Centre to centre-right |
| Colours | Green Blue |
| UK affiliation | none |
| Legislative Assembly | 2 / 19
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History
In the elections, 8 November 2000, with a turnout of 80% only non-partisans were elected. After the election members of parliament formed the United Democratic Party, currently headed by McKeeva Bush.
The Cayman Democratic Party served as the opposition party in the Legislative Assembly of the Cayman Islands from 2013-2017. The party also previously served as opposition from May 2005-May 2009.
List of Cayman Democratic Party leaders
- McKeeva Bush - (November 2001 – Present)
Electoral performance
| Year | Leader | No. of votes | Share of votes | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | McKeeva Bush | 6,062 | 30.86% | 5 / 15 |
| 2009 | McKeeva Bush | 17,299 | 44.2% | 9 / 15 |
| 2013 | McKeeva Bush | 16,816 | 27.8% | 3 / 18 |
| 2017 | McKeeva Bush | 3,786 | 24.08% | 2 / 18 |
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