Antilles Election Results: A Detailed Breakdown by Island
The recent elections across the islands of the Antilles have revealed a diverse political landscape, with varying degrees of stability and shift in power. From the larger populations of Curaçao and Sint Maarten to the smaller communities of Saba and Sint Eustatius, the distribution of seats reflects the current priorities and political preferences of the electorate.
Key Facts
- Curaçao recorded the highest voter turnout with 70,562 total votes.
- Saba saw the highest single-party dominance, with the Windward Islands People's Movement securing 70.67% of the vote.
- Sint Maarten's Democratic Party emerged as a leader with 54.44% of the vote and 7 seats.
- Bonaire's representation is split evenly between the Bonaire Democratic Party and the Bonaire Patriotic Union, both holding 4 seats.
- Sint Eustatius is led by the Sint Eustatius Alliance, which captured 49.50% of the vote.
Curaçao Election Analysis
Curaçao's political environment remains highly competitive, with 21 total seats distributed among several parties. The Party for the Restructured Antilles led in total votes (15,947), though it suffered a loss of 3 seats. The National People's Party followed closely with 15,516 votes, gaining one seat in the process.
New entries to the political scene include the People's Crusade Labour Party, which secured 4 seats, and the Organisashon pa Restorashon di Un i Tur, which earned 1 seat. Conversely, the New Antilles Movement saw a significant decline, losing 4 seats.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Bonaire Election Analysis
In Bonaire, the election resulted in a tight race for the 9 available seats. The Bonaire Democratic Party received the most votes (2,762, or 42.57%), but lost one seat. The Bonaire Patriotic Union followed with 2,613 votes (40.27%) and successfully increased its representation by 2 seats.
The Bonaire Social Party maintained a presence with 1 seat, while the Bonaire Workers' Party failed to secure any representation despite receiving 71 votes.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Sint Maarten Election Analysis
Sint Maarten's 11 seats were dominated by the Democratic Party, which captured 5,599 votes (54.44%) and gained 2 seats. The Sint Maarten Patriotic Alliance followed with 2,859 votes, though it lost 2 seats.
The National Progressive Party entered the scene as a new player, securing 1 seat with 1,256 votes. Several other parties, including Decision 1999 and the St. Maarten Liberation Movement, failed to win seats.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Saba and Sint Eustatius Results
In the smaller islands, the results show strong leanings toward specific movements. In Saba, the Windward Islands People's Movement dominated with 400 votes (70.67%), gaining 2 seats. The Saba Labour Party emerged as a new force, winning 1 seat.
Sint Eustatius saw the Sint Eustatius Alliance take the lead with 541 votes (49.50%) and 3 seats. The Democratic Party followed with 452 votes, though it lost one seat in the process.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Election Summary Table
| Island | Total Votes | Total Seats | Leading Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curaçao | 70,562 | 21 | Party for the Restructured Antilles |
| Sint Maarten | 10,285 | 11 | Democratic Party |
| Bonaire | 6,488 | 9 | Bonaire Democratic Party |
| Sint Eustatius | 1,093 | 5 | Sint Eustatius Alliance |
| Saba | 566 | 5 | Windward Islands People's Movement |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which island had the highest voter participation?
Curaçao had the highest participation by a significant margin, with a total of 70,562 votes cast.
Which party achieved the highest percentage of votes on their respective island?
The Windward Islands People's Movement in Saba achieved the highest percentage, securing 70.67% of the total votes.
Were there any new parties that successfully won seats?
Yes, several new parties won seats, including the People's Crusade Labour Party (Curaçao), Organisashon pa Restorashon di Un i Tur (Curaçao), the Saba Labour Party (Saba), and the National Progressive Party (Sint Maarten).
How many total seats were contested across all five islands?
A total of 51 seats were contested: 21 in Curaçao, 11 in Sint Maarten, 9 in Bonaire, 5 in Sint Eustatius, and 5 in Saba.
Which party in Bonaire saw the most growth in seats?
The Bonaire Patriotic Union saw the most growth, increasing its seat count by 2.