Cayman Democratic Party

The Cayman Democratic Party, formerly known as the United Democratic Party, is a political party in the Cayman Islands. It is the first political party in the Cayman Islands, being formed in 2001.

Cayman Democratic Party
LeaderMcKeeva Bush
ChairmanTessa Johnson Bodden
FoundedNovember 2001
IdeologyFiscal conservatism[1]
Classical liberalism[2]
Neoliberalism
Political positionCentre to centre-right
Colours  Green
  Blue
UK affiliationnone
Legislative Assembly
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History

In the elections, 8 November 2000, with a turnout of 80% only non-partisans were elected. After the election members of parliament formed the United Democratic Party, currently headed by McKeeva Bush.

The Cayman Democratic Party served as the opposition party in the Legislative Assembly of the Cayman Islands from 2013-2017. The party also previously served as opposition from May 2005-May 2009.

List of Cayman Democratic Party leaders

Electoral performance

Year Leader No. of votes Share of votes Seats
2005 McKeeva Bush 6,062 30.86%
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2009 McKeeva Bush 17,299 44.2%
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2013 McKeeva Bush 16,816 27.8%
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2017 McKeeva Bush 3,786 24.08%
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See also

  • Category:Cayman Democratic Party politicians

References

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