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Choose Progress — Building a Bahamas for Generations

S. Obie Roberts

Candidate for Southern Shores

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About me

I am S. Obie Roberts, Progressive Liberal Party candidate for Southern Shores. My commitment to progress is rooted in one belief: when we empower our people, we strengthen our community.

Southern Shores deserves leadership that listens, acts, and delivers. I am running to bring real solutions to flooding, crime, and opportunity - because this work cannot wait.

Top 3 Focus Areas for My Constituency

S. Obie Roberts

Community Infrastructure & Flooding Solutions

Addressing drainage challenges and improving infrastructure to ensure clean, safe, and resilient communities.

S. Obie Roberts

Youth Empowerment & Crime Prevention

Investing in sports, mentorship, and education to create positive pathways and reduce crime.

S. Obie Roberts

Economic Opportunity & Local Business Support

Creating jobs, empowering local businesses, and expanding pathways to prosperity for Southern Shores residents.

Way to success

Key Initiatives Delivered and Ongoing in the Constituency

Delivering measurable progress through action, accountability, and continued commitment to our community.

Flood mitigation and drainage improvements

Advocating for solutions to address flooding and protect homes and communities across Southern Shores.

Youth mentorship and sports development initiatives

Supporting programs that engage young people, build discipline, and create opportunities for growth.

Local business and economic support efforts

Encouraging entrepreneurship and initiatives that keep economic activity within the community.

Community engagement and crime prevention efforts

Working with residents and stakeholders to promote safer neighborhoods and stronger community partnerships.

SOAR-ing Together

A Four-Pillar Strategy for Security, Opportunity, Affordability, and Reform

Strengthening Security

• 787 new police officers
• New bail and anti-gang laws
• Over 1,000 CCTV cameras
• Over 260 new defence force marines

Key Public Safety & Community Updates Read more

Making Life More Affordable


• The National School Breakfast Programme
• Minimum wage increased 24%
• VAT reduced from 12% to 10%
• VAT reduced to 0% on unprepared food

Social & Cost of Living Initiatives Read more

Expanding Opportunities


• Upskill
• Digilearn
• National Youth Guard
• PHA Academy
• New agriculture grants
• Access to $122 million for entrepreneurs

National Development Initiatives Read more

Working to Reform Government


• Labour law modernization
• First public in service-wide promotion in 8 years
• 2,000+ young people hired in public service
• Promotions and confirmations backlog cleared
• 60 industrials agreements signed increasing pay and expanding benefits

Governance & Economic Reform Initiatives Read more

"My approach is simple: listen to the community, deliver real solutions, and fight for the people of Southern Shores. I remain committed to creating opportunity, strengthening our neighborhoods, and building a safer, more prosperous future for every resident."
S. Obie Roberts
Southern Shores
The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP)

Commitment to Equality and Nondiscrimination: The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) is dedicated to fostering a society where every Bahamian has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of personal beliefs or characteristics. We believe that fairness, respect, and inclusion are essential for a stronger, united nation. In line with our commitment to justice and equality, we strive to ensure that all Bahamians, regardless of political views, religion, national origin, ancestry, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, are treated with dignity and respect in all aspects of our policies, programs, and practices. The PLP is committed to building a society where every individual has an equal opportunity to succeed.

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