Gabriel Raimondo, 18, wins deputy seat in election
Summary
Gabriel Raimondo, who just turned 18, was elected as a Deputy for St Brelade, becoming the youngest first-time member of Jersey's States Assembly. He campaigned mainly on issues about the cost of living and plans to work for a better future on the island.Key Facts
- Gabriel Raimondo was elected Deputy for St Brelade in Jersey at age 18.
- He is now the youngest first-time member ever elected to Jersey’s States Assembly.
- The previous youngest was Jeremy Maçon, elected at age 21 in 2008.
- Raimondo’s campaign focused on the high cost of living on the island.
- He aligned with the Value Jersey political movement.
- Raimondo put his A-level studies on hold to campaign.
- He said the island is losing young people who are leaving for university.
- Raimondo used social media to connect with voters and faced online abuse during the campaign.
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