People's Political Party (Jamaica)
The People's Political Party (PPP) was Jamaica's first modern political party. It was formed in 1929 by Marcus Garvey.[1]
The PPP set out a 14 point manifesto—the first of its kind in the island's electoral history. The points contained in the PPP's manifesto were far-reaching and perceptive as illustrated by a few of them, such as:
- An eight-hour work day
- A minimum wage
- A larger share of self-government
- Protection for native industries
- A legal aid department for the poor
- Technical schools for each parish
- Land reform
- Libraries and civic improvement for parish capitals
- City status for Montego Bay and Port Antonio
- A National Park at the Kingston Race Course
The PPP contested the 1962 elections, receiving 0.9% of the vote and failing to win a seat.[2] The party did not contest any further elections.[3]
In December 2012, lawyer Michael "Ras Miguel" Lorne was the party leader.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ "Hero (1887-1940)". Kingston Weekly Gleaner. Vol. 2860. Kingston. 31 July 2006. p. 23 – via NewspaperArchive.
- ^ Nohlen, Dieter (2005). Elections in the Americas: A Data Handbook, Volume I. p. 433-435 ISBN 978-0-19-928357-6
- ^ Nohlen, p. 432.
- ^ Grant, Eddie (13 December 2012). "'Unsung Heroes' recognised". Kingston Weekly Gleaner. Vol. 2071. Kingston. p. 28 – via NewspaperArchive.
| International | |
|---|---|
| National | |
