FNM Faces Backlash from Major Donors After Bye-Election Defeat

Donors of the Free National Movement (FNM) in the Bahamas, who collectively contributed over $1 million to the party's bye-election campaign in West Grand Bahama and Bimini, are demanding answers from the FNM leadership.

A Blow to the FNM

The donors' dissatisfaction arises from the unexpected defeat the party suffered. Despite the assurance of victory through false data and the involvement of prominent FNM figures like Hubert "Papa" Ingraham and Tommy Turnquest, the FNM lost significantly to the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) candidate. The margin of victory was over 900 votes, a loss termed as a 'blowout' by many. This defeat has now sparked a perceived leadership crisis and civil war within the FNM, with potential repercussions for its future electoral aspirations.

Questioning Campaign Strategies

The campaign strategies, including expensive flights, rallies, and substantial funds handed over to campaign generals, are now under scrutiny. The donors, feeling deceived and misled, are questioning the party's ability to win a General Election considering they couldn't secure a victory in a bye-election in what was once hailed as 'FNM Country'.

Declining Support for Michael Pintard

The report also draws attention to a decline in voter support for FNM leader Michael Pintard in his own constituency, Marco City. Analytics suggest that if an election were held now, Pintard would face defeat. This trend further worries the party which is already set to brace for another bye-election next year, while also grappling with internal conflicts.

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