Democratic Party of Trinidad and Tobago

The Democratic Party of Trinidad and Tobago is a political party in Trinidad and Tobago without parliamentary representation. The party is led by Steve Alvarez, with Wayne Rodriguez as its chairman. It was formed in 2001. The party symbol for the DPTT is the hummingbird feeding on a hibiscus flower. The motto of the party is The way forward for Trinidad and Tobago. It is the first party that introduced a vision statement, rather than the traditional manifesto.

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History

In the 2002 Trinidad and Tobago general election, there were 10 candidates contesting for seats, as the party was only launched as an official political party 6 months prior to the General Elections. They were unsuccessful in obtaining any seats. On 9 March 2006, the party officially launched the start of its campaign for the elections constitutionally due in 2007. On 9 July 2007, the United National Congress announced it enter the elections as an alliance force with the smaller political parties including the DPTT.

The Democratic Party of Trinidad & Tobago constantly shares its vision for improving the lives of the citizens of Trinidad & Tobago through the writings of its Political Leader Steve Alvarez. The Democratic Party is a political organization pledged to the good governance of Trinidad & Tobago, the rule of law, liberty of all human beings, human rights, equality of all races, human dignity and to uplift the standard of living for all.

In view of the aforementioned, DPTT pledges itself to the following objectives:

a) The maintenance of national independence and the promotion of our national symbols and institutions including, our national flag, national anthem, national songs, national pledge, our republican government and our state institutions.

b) The maintenance of democracy

c) A continued improvement in the standard of living for all

d) Safe and secure neighborhoods

e) Safe operations of industry

f) Respect for democratic trade unionism

g) Equal rights and opportunity for all

h) The elimination of all forms of discrimination

i) Economic development

j) Co-operation with the regional and international community


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