Sarah Wescot-Williams facts for kids
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Sarah Wescot-Williams
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| 1st Prime Minister of Sint Maarten | |
| In office 10 October 2010 – 19 December 2014 |
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| Monarch | Beatrix Willem-Alexander |
| Governor | Eugene Holiday |
| Deputy | Theodore Heyliger William Marlin |
| Preceded by | Office created |
| Succeeded by | Marcel Gumbs |
| President of Parliament | |
| In office 10 October 2014 – 13 November 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Gracita Arrindell |
| Succeeded by | Lloyd J. Richardson |
| In office 13 October 2015 – 31 October 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Lloyd J. Richardson |
| Succeeded by | Claret M.M. Connor |
| In office 24 November 2016 – 2 April 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Claret M.M. Connor |
| In office 7 May 2018 – 22 September 2019 |
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| Succeeded by | William V. Marlin |
| Assumed office 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Sidharth M. Bijlani |
| Leader of the Democratic Party Sint Maarten | |
| Assumed office 1994 |
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| Preceded by | Claude Wathey |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 8 April 1956 Saint Martin (France) |
| Political party | Democratic Party Sint Maarten |
| Alma mater | La Salle University |
| Website | Government website |
Sarah A. Wescot-Williams was born on April 8, 1956. She is a very important political leader in Sint Maarten. She made history by becoming the first ever Prime Minister of Sint Maarten. She also leads the Democratic Party of Sint Maarten.
Sarah Wescot-Williams has held another key position many times: the President of Parliament. This means she helps lead the country's main law-making body.
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Becoming the First Prime Minister
Sint Maarten became its own country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands on October 10, 2010. This was a big moment for the island. After the election that year, different political parties worked together.
Even though her party, the Democratic Party, won two seats, she was chosen to be the first Prime Minister. This happened because her party formed a special agreement with another party called United People.
What a Prime Minister Does
The Prime Minister is the head of the government. They are like the main leader of the country's daily operations. They work with other ministers to make decisions and run the country.
Sarah Wescot-Williams served as Prime Minister from October 10, 2010, until December 19, 2014. During this time, she led the first government of the new country.
Leading the Parliament
Besides being Prime Minister, Sarah Wescot-Williams has also been the President of Parliament many times. This role is very important for making laws.
What the President of Parliament Does
The President of Parliament is in charge of the meetings where laws are discussed and voted on. They make sure everything runs smoothly and fairly. It's a bit like being the referee for all the lawmakers.
Sarah Wescot-Williams has held this important position five times. This shows how much experience and respect she has among other politicians. Her terms as President of Parliament include:
- October 2014 to November 2014
- October 2015 to October 2016
- November 2016 to April 2018
- May 2018 to September 2019
- Starting in 2024
Leader of the Democratic Party
Sarah Wescot-Williams has been the leader of the Democratic Party of Sint Maarten since 1994. This means she has been guiding her party for a very long time.
What a Party Leader Does
A party leader helps set the goals and ideas for their political party. They often represent their party in elections and help decide who will run for different government jobs.
Her long time as party leader shows her dedication to the political life of Sint Maarten.
