In a Facebook post this morning, he said his decision comes from the overwhelming support from the public. 

“Today, I wish to announce that I have accepted the nomination in the contest to become the next leader of the United Workers Party,” he said. 

“It’s because of your overwhelming and generous support, I have answered the many calls from across Dominica. I am very thankful for your kind and encouraging words, but also your confidence in my ability to be that glimpse of hope and champion of change that our country needs now, more than ever.” 

He said that these are “very challenging and unprecedented times” and Dominicans are “demanding honest and compassionate leadership” to lift them out of the darkness and into the light.


Marcellin noted that he is ready to work, to stand in the face of adversity, to fix the challenges our country and people are confronted with today. 

“Considering the dismal state of affairs, a depressed economic climate, decaying social values, and more importantly a threatened democracy, we must be united in our fight to rescue Dominica.”

He stated that as we look towards this future, I anticipate your continued support and invite every citizen and resident of Dominica to join this, our united effort for a brighter tomorrow.

“Together, we shall walk in the light,” he said.