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03/09/2026

Rebuilding the Foundation: Why Education Must Come First for the Virgin Islands

By Adlah “Foncie” Donastorg & Positive T. A. Nelson

Part 1 of the Donastorg/Nelson 10-Point Plan: Fast, Forward, Together

If a house is built on crumbling stone, no amount of fresh paint will keep the roof from collapsing. For years, politicians across the Virgin Islands have treated our public school system like an afterthought—patching cracks with hollow promises during election seasons, while our children and teachers endure the consequences of neglect day in and day out.

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As a former educator and seven-term senator, Positive Nelson knows firsthand that education is not merely a line item in a territory’s budget; it is the cornerstone of our culture, our safety, and our economic survival. Alongside Adlah Donastorg’s proven commitment to financial accountability and government order, our administration places Education: Rebuilding the Foundation right where it belongs—Point 1 of our 10-Point Plan.

Here is what it means to rebuild that foundation from the ground up.

1. Respecting and Retaining Our Educators

A world-class education begins with educators who feel valued, supported, and fairly compensated. Too many of our best Virgin Islands teachers are leaving the territory or the profession entirely due to stalled salary progressions, out-of-pocket classroom expenses, and bureaucratic red tape.

Under our administration:

* Competitive, Reliable Compensation: We will streamline payroll, address long-overdue wage step increments, and ensure classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff receive pay that reflects the rising cost of living in our islands.
* Classroom Resource Accounts: No educator should have to dig into their personal savings to buy paper, art supplies, or basic science materials. We will establish direct resource allowances for frontline classroom needs.
* Professional Growth & Autonomy: Teachers will have a direct seat at the decision-making table, eliminating top-heavy mandates and restoring dignity to instructional leadership.

2. Dignified, Climate-Resilient Facilities

Virgin Islands students cannot thrive when their classrooms have failing air conditioners, mold issues, or lingering hurricane damage. Learning requires an environment of comfort, dignity, and safety.

* Accelerating Reconstruction: We will break the administrative bottlenecks that delay federal and local school rebuilding funds across St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.
* Standardized Infrastructure Maintenance: Schools must have proactive maintenance schedules rather than emergency-only responses. Reliable solar and backup power, modern HVAC systems, and clean water will be baseline standards, not luxuries.
* Technology That Actually Works: Classrooms will be equipped with high-speed broadband, modern digital tools, and the technical support required to maintain them.

3. Early Literacy and Foundational Learning

Every child deserves to read on grade level by the end of the third grade. When children fall behind early, the gap only widens as they grow older.

* Universal Early Childhood Support: Expanding access to high-quality early childhood learning programs across all districts.
* Targeted Intervention & Special Education: Addressing the chronic shortages and delays in special education services, ensuring neurodivergent students and those with individualized education programs (IEPs) receive the specialized instruction they are legally and morally entitled to.
* Culturally Grounded Curriculum: Integrating Virgin Islands history, Caribbean literature, and civics so our students take pride in who they are and understand their heritage.

4. Technical, Vocational, and Agricultural Pathways

College is a vital path, but it is not the only path to a prosperous, middle-class life. A modern Virgin Islands economy demands electricians, marine technicians, sustainable agriculture specialists, and digital innovators.

* Revitalizing Vocational Centers: Upgrading St. Croix’s Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) and the vocational programs in the St. Thomas–St. John district with industry-standard machinery, labs, and certified apprenticeship tracks.
* Agricultural & Maritime Integration: Partnering with local fishermen, farmers, and clean-energy professionals to build curriculum tracks that prepare our young people to lead the territory’s food security and blue economy.
* Local Job Pipelines: Creating direct public-private apprenticeships that allow graduates to step straight into high-paying trades without being forced to leave home.

5. Accountability: Ensuring Funds Reach the Classroom

For too long, education budgets have ballooned at the administrative level while necessities went missing in the classroom.

Restoring order to our government means applying rigorous oversight to the Department of Education. We will conduct comprehensive administrative and procurement audits to eliminate waste, reduce bureaucratic delays, and ensure that every public dollar designated for our children goes directly toward classroom learning and student welfare.

Moving Fast, Forward, Together

Rebuilding our education system is not a project we can postpone for tomorrow. When we invest in our children, we reduce crime, empower our economy, and preserve the vitality of our islands for generations to come.

The Virgin Islands deserve leadership with both the classroom experience and the executive courage to make this transformation real. Join us as we build a sensible, sensitive government that works for every student, every teacher, and every family.

31/08/2026

Sitting down with Mr. Donald Ebenezer Christopher on St. John was a true honor and a masterclass in living history.

At 92 years young, his mind is razor-sharp, and his ability to recall the pivotal moments, culture, and evolution of St. John and the wider Virgin Islands is nothing short of extraordinary. Listening to him bring the past to life with such vivid detail, warmth, and grace is a powerful reminder of the resilience and rich heritage that define our islands.

Thank you, Mr. Christopher, for your generous spirit, your gentle soul, and the wealth of wisdom you shared. Our elders are our greatest treasures, and preserving their stories ensures our history lives on for generations to come. 🇻🇮✨

26/08/2026

A Clear Blueprint for the Virgin Islands: Why the 10-Point Plan Matters for Our Future

Business-as-usual politics or vague campaign promises cannot solve the challenges facing the Virgin Islands. From the soaring cost of living and utility instability to strengthening our schools, healthcare facilities, and economic foundation across St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, real change requires a clear, actionable roadmap.

That is why the Donastorg/Nelson team has put forward our comprehensive 10-Point Plan—a strategic agenda built on fiscal integrity, accountability, and practical solutions designed to elevate every Virgin Islander. (www.donastorgnelson.com)



DO IT AND DONE, VOTE #1

26/08/2026

#1 on the Ballot.

People of the Virgin Islands, we’ve got one mission, one focus, and one goal to achieve: making sure the vision for a true government "by the people and for the people" lands in that decisive number one position. We aren’t just a team; we are a community-driven grassroots force, and it’s up to us to make that final push to turn our collective dream into a reality.

The core idea—that a true governor and lieutenant governor holds power from the people, for the people—requires each of us to embody the energy of the number one. This isn't just about a ballot line; it's about leading by example and being the singular, focused effort that makes the difference. As a team, we have to stand out, rise, and finish as the champions. We are in a relentless pursuit of that final victory for every one of you.

"For the people, work gets done,
Vote Donastorg and Nelson at Number One.
November third, we stand as one—
A brand new day has just begun."

22/08/2026

Look Past the Noise: The Truth Behind the Distractions in Virgin Islands Politics

Have you ever noticed what happens whenever real solutions are put on the table?

Instead of engaging in constructive dialogue, political opponents spend their days combing through social media feeds, live videos, and campaign posts—not to learn, not to collaborate, but desperately searching for the slightest misstep to blow out of proportion. Not to mention the Fake Profiles with malicious intent to create false narratives.

When they can’t find a genuine flaw, they manufacture one.

Meanwhile, they scroll right past substantive policy proposals:

* Comprehensive blueprints for badly needed social programs across our islands
* Tangible solutions designed to improve infrastructure, public services, and cost of living
* Concrete records of community service and proven legislative experience

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This tactic is as old as dirty politics gets. When candidates lack an authentic vision of their own, manufactured outrage becomes their entire platform. They act like Manchurian candidates backed by special-interest agendas, completely disconnected from the daily challenges facing working families in St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John, and Water Island.

They do not focus on real platforms, policy track records, or long-term community investments because their priority is advancing self-serving agendas at the expense of our territory's future.

Virgin Islanders deserve leaders focused on real issues rather than digital smear campaigns. Explore the platform, evaluate the track record, and make an informed decision at www.donastorgnelson.com

Our future is too important to fall into the wrong hands.

18/08/2026

Dear Virgin Islanders near and far,

I hope you and your families are doing well.

We are officially 76 days out from Election Day, and the momentum across our islands is building every single day. People across St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix are calling for leadership that is honest, accountable, and completely dedicated to putting the people of the Virgin Islands first.

Because ours is a true grassroots movement, we don't answer to special interests—we answer to you. But running a competitive, winning race down the final stretch takes real resources. Getting our message across every neighborhood, organizing community outreach, and staying competitive requires the collective support of friends and community champions who share this vision.

Will you stand with us today by chipping in to fuel this final stretch?

* $25 helps print campaign materials and neighborhood flyers.
* $50 supports direct voter outreach and grassroots organizing efforts.
* $100 powers our digital reach, radio airtime, and island-wide events.
* Any amount you can give directly strengthens our voice down the home stretch.

You can make your secure contribution online right now at www.donastorgnelson.com.

We are ready to work, ready to lead, and ready to serve the people of our dear Virgin Islands.

Thank you for your continued friendship, your trust, and your belief in what we can achieve together.

With deep gratitude and respect,

Adlah "Foncie" Donastorg & Positive T. A. Nelson

Donastorg-Nelson Campaign

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Meet Adlah Foncie Donastorg and Positive T. A. Nelson, candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands in 2026.

17/08/2026

OUR SALSA SONG: DONASTORG/NELSON

¡La música que nos une: ya está disponible nuestra nueva canción!

La música tiene el poder único de cruzar fronteras, tocar el corazón y recordarnos todo lo que compartimos. Hoy nos llena de orgullo y emoción presentarles nuestro nuevo tema en español, una canción nacida del ritmo, de la esperanza y del amor por nuestra gente.

Con la visión y el compromiso del equipo Donastorg / Nelson, este lanzamiento es mucho más que una melodía: es un himno de inclusión y unidad. Cada acorde y cada verso fueron creados para celebrar la diversidad de nuestras islas y asegurar que cada voz, cada familia y cada comunidad se sientan escuchadas, valoradas y representadas.

15/08/2026

The waters separating the United States Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands have never been a border—they have always been a bridge.

For generations, the bond between our territories has run far deeper than political boundaries or flags. We share an intertwined history written not just in archives, but in the living bloodlines of thousands of families who call these islands home. Whether traced from Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van D**e, and Anegada to St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, our roots are deeply planted in the same soil and sustained by the same Caribbean sea.

Our connection is woven through every part of daily life:

* Generational Family Ties: Surnames, genealogies, and kitchen tables on both sides of the channel reflect a shared heritage that no border check can diminish.

* Shared Cultural Traditions: From our distinct musical rhythms and storytelling to traditional cuisine and maritime customs, our cultural identity beats with one synchronized heart.

* Regional Collaboration: Long before modern dialogue, our leaders and community builders recognized that our economic and social futures are fundamentally linked.

I often reflect on the wisdom and foresight of the late Bingley G. Richardson, Sr., and dear friend, who once assigned me to analyze International Business Companies (IBCs) at an observatory. Engaging in that work was a clear reminder of how much we learn from one another when we look across the channel as partners and brothers, rather than distant neighbors. His leadership embodied the spirit of mutual respect and shared progress that has always defined our relationship.

And my sister, who often reminds me that she has her “belonger status,” with ties that run so deep, emphasizes that bridge.

As the world evolves, preserving this unique camaraderie is not merely an exercise in nostalgia—it is a vital responsibility. We owe it to our elders who built these bridges, and to our youth who will inherit them, to keep inter-island dialogue, cultural exchange, and family fellowship strong.

Water may lie between our shores, but our family orientations, shared traditions, and enduring friendship will always keep us whole. Let us continue to nurture this sacred bond for generations to come.

06/08/2026

Our Voices, Not Their Money: The Virgin Islands is Awake!

The image of our movement is strong. It's a testament to the fact that we, the people of the Virgin Islands, are wide awake. For too long, we’ve watched a system in which money, not merit, often dictates the outcome of our elections.

But something is changing. Our movement is growing, fueled not by corporate donations or wealthy backers, but by the energy and commitment of everyday citizens who are tired of the status quo. We are a movement of the people, by the people, and for the people.

They see us. They see our growing momentum, and they are afraid.

Why are they afraid? Because they know that a truly awake citizenry is an unstoppable force. They know that when we come together, we can achieve incredible things. We can build a brighter future for our islands, a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The alternative is more of the same: a government that answers to the highest bidder, a government that puts profit before people, a government that doesn't truly represent our community's needs and desires.

We cannot afford to let them steal this election. We cannot let them buy influence and power with their wealth.

Our movement is about more than just winning an election. It’s about taking back our power. It’s about demanding better for ourselves, for our children, and for generations to come. It’s about building a government that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people.

We have the power to create a better future. We have the power to make our voices heard. And we have the power to build a movement that is truly too big to rig.

Join us! Make your voice heard. Make our movement strong. Together, we can build a brighter future for the Virgin Islands.