Samuda, two political newcomers to face off in Sept 30 by-election in NE St Ann

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Samuda, two political newcomers to face off in Sept 30 by-election in NE St Ann

Three candidates were nominated yesterday to contest the September 30 by-election in St Ann North Eastern. The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) candidate, Matthew Samuda, who is seeking to replace his colleague, former Member of Parliament Marsha Smith,...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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