 Women and child rights advocate, Delia Cuffy-Weekes, a emphasizes the long-term commitment required for advocacy work. Acknowledging her extended history in this field, she stressed the continuous nature of the journey. Cuffy-Weekes expressed a deep awareness that addressing issues and effecting change demand sustained effort over time, highlighting the need for ongoing action in response to the persistent challenges faced by women and children. Mrs. Cuffy-Weekes encourages everyone to actively participate in advocacy. She urged individuals to speak with authority, using accessible language to raise awareness and convey the message that there is always a pathway for positive change. Delia Cuffy-Weekes, a women and child rights advocate.
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 Dr. Irving André criticizes the DLP government's inclination to associate with questionable individuals. He highlights a recent incident involving a pollster, who allegedly may have been involved in importing voters for elections in Dominica, but interestingly, that pollster publicly advised against Barbados following a similar path. Dr. André criticized a Barbadian politician’s indifference to electoral irregularities, and lack of interest in true electoral reform for Dominica. He accuses him/her of associating a Caribbean body that allowed the importation of a security force into Dominica, resulting in the tear gassing of a village on the eve of a general election, while the people slept in their beds in the dead of night. According to André, Dominica may be becoming a destination for actions considered immoral or unacceptable on other islands. Dr. Irving André.
 Financial Economist Dr. Thomson Fontaine criticizes the current Prime Minister, accusing him of not caring for the people, despite his claim to the contrary. Dr Fontaine pointed to a record that reflects otherwise. He called for reflection on how to uplift Dominica from its current state, emphasizing the need to give the country a chance to breathe and present an alternative vision. Dr. Fontaine outlined his vision of leadership, emphasizing a focus on empowering the people of Dominica. He aims to prioritize the well-being of citizens, particularly by fostering economic opportunities for the youth, supporting farmers, and encouraging entrepreneurship. Dr Fontaine envisions a country where individuals can prosper and contribute to the growth of Dominica. Dr. Thomson Fontaine, leader of the UWP.
 In order to strengthen the local communities, attorney Gabriel Christian supports the creation of a shopper's cooperative in Dominica, whereall Dominicans are welcome to join, and which seeks to work with a range of local businesses and entrepreneurs. He stated that the objective is to empower the communities and build local partnerships in order to break free from the influence of foreign interests and restore economic independence. Christian highlighted the historical precedent for such endeavors and is confidence that Dominicans can pull this off once more. Washington based Dominican born Attorney Gabriel Christian
 Financial Economist and UWP leader Dr Thomson Fontaine expressed concern over the disarray of the citizenship-by-investment program, its impact on innocent Dominicans, and calls for reflection and full accountability from the DLP regime. He highlighted the challenges faced by citizens, who must now navigate additional costs for visas to travel. Dr Fontaine emphasized the need for reflection, and raised concerns about the support for such failures by a segment of the population. Dr Fontaine expressing deep concern about the role of enablers within the system who are not holding those in power accountable. He emphasized the need for truth-telling and speaking out against such misdeeds. Dr. Fontaine appealed to the people of Dominica, emphasizing that the consequences of such actions ultimately affect the nation collectively, and particularly the younger generation. Dr. Thomson Fontaine, leader of the United Workers Party.
 Amanda Theodore Langlais, the Executive Director of the Kalinago Child Support Foundation, discussed the challenges of advocacy work, highlighting difficulties in securing funding and encouraging individuals affected by child abuse to come forward. She emphasized the ongoing efforts to address these challenges, particularly in promoting awareness and convincing parents to participate in events like their upcoming rally. She emphasized how advocacy aims to create a safe space for individuals to share experiences, break generational cycles of harm, and ensure a brighter future for upcoming generations by protecting and supporting affected individuals. Amanda Theodore Langlais, Executive Director of the Kalinago Child Support Foundation.
 Dr. Irving André emphasized the need for decisive action at this critical juncture in Dominica’s history, He pointed to the stark example of water shortages in many nations such as neighboring Antigua, which, despite being closer to Dominica, is seeking to buy water from Trinidad, which is further south in the Caribbean. Dr. André underscored the urgency of appreciating & utilizing the abundant resources in Dominica, saying, if the nation fails to value its blessings, others will benefit from them. Dr. Irving André.
 Host of Q95’s Global View on Q, Sheridan Gregoire, laments the erosion of Dominica's early accomplishments in self-governance during the past 23 years under the DLP Regime. He expressed concern over the government's failure to persuade Antigua to purchase Dominica’s water, and emphasized the need for thorough due diligence in that regard. Mr Gregoire further lamented the challenges posed by the citizenship-by-investment program, suggesting that their focus on passports has obscured other meaningful alternatives, and ultimately hindered the nation's progress. Host of Q95’s Global View on Q.
 President of the United Workers Party, Lennox Linton raised concerns about Prime Minister Skerrit not disclosing that the salary increase announced in September 2023 also applied to government ministers. Linton questioned the Prime Minister's emphasis on public officers' salary increases while omitting to give any details about ministers pay raises, suggesting a lack of transparency and accountability. Lennox Linton, the president of the United Workers Party.
 Dominica police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Hugo Anthony Ronald Astaphan Junior, 52. Inspector Fixton Henderson reports that the body is awaiting an autopsy. Meantime, the police extend sincere condolences to the family and friends of the late Ronald Astaphan. Inspector Fixton Henderson.
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