George Wright

George Wright

politician Jamaica

George Wright is a Jamaican politician and Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, who gained attention for his return to the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) after resigning in 2021 amid domestic abuse allegations. He was elected in September 2020 but faced public scrutiny following the release of a video showing a violent incident. Despite the controversies, which included police reports filed by both him and his partner, Wright has expressed that he has moved past the allegations and continues to represent his constituents, reinforcing his alignment with the JLP's policies.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
11,979
Power
61$
Sentiment
4.20
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 5 4.20 0.40% +0% 2,961,167 11,979 $15,000 61$
Totals 5 2,961,167 11,979 $15,000 61$
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Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: George Wright ousted Dwayne Vaz in 2020 but faced controversy and ultimately could not regain the electorate's support. 4

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Vaz turns tables on Wright | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: George Wright is the JLP’s man who won the seat in 2020 and is leaning on his track record to secure a second term. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Four-way showdown as Foote, Greenwood join Wright, Vaz | News

Jamaica Jamaica: George Wright, who has never admitted or denied the allegation publicly, and was never arrested or charged amid the swirling allegations, resigned from the JLP amid much finger pointing at him. 3

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: PNP Women’s Movement president urges women not to vote for George Wright | News

Jamaica Jamaica: The rally was held in the constituency of Westmoreland Central, whose Member of Parliament is the Jamaica Labour Party's George Wright. 4

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Give more support to abuse victims, says PNP Women's Movement president | News