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United Under One Flag: Break Political Divide Over National Colours

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For yet another year, as we bring September to a close-a month that sees the celebration of both National Heroes Day and Independence Day-it is the perfect time for reflection. Our anthem so captures the essence of our collective journey, “With God in all our struggles, St. Kitts and Nevis be A nation bound together, With a common destiny.” But what does that mean for us as a people? Are we living up to this ideal, or are we allowing divisions, particularly political ones, to fracture the foundation of unity our forefathers envisioned?

The debate around wearing patriotic colours is a yearly one, showing a deeper issue of how we view national pride through the lens of political affiliation. When the colours we wear are scrutinized and linked to political parties, we lose sight of what they truly represent-our nation. Why should the simple act of wearing a shirt or any other clothing in the colours of our flag be so politically charged? Shouldn’t we all be celebrating the achievements and milestones of St. Kitts and Nevis together, regardless of political affiliation?

This past Independence celebration, like those before, has seen some citizens/residents refusing to wear colours affiliated with political parties they do not support. But isn’t it time we asked ourselves, what do the colours of our flag represent if not a united St.Kitts and Nevis? Our red, green, yellow, black, and white stand for the diversity and richness of our beauty, heritage, struggles and triumphs as one people. By refusing to wear certain colours because of political biases, we diminish our national pride, reducing it to a political statement rather than a celebration of our identity as a united people.

Let us be colour blind politically when it comes to national pride. Our future depends on our ability to come together, to work together toward common goals, and to celebrate our achievements not because of a political party, but because of who we are as Kittitians and Nevisians. We must strive to be a nation bound together, with a common destiny, not just in words, but in actions. 

What do we want for our nation? We want progress, peace, and prosperity for all. But achieving that requires togetherness. It requires us to rise above political affiliations and recognize that the betterment of St.Kitts and Nevis is a collective responsibility. Let us embrace our diversity of opinions, but let us also stand firm in our commitment to work together, for the good of our nation, our people, and our future.

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