Buchanan plots historic upset against PM Holness

#JamaicaGleaner Paul Buchanan has once again stepped into the political ring, hoping to create the biggest upset in this general election by wresting St Andrew West Central from Prime Minister and Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader Dr Andrew Holness. The People’s National Party (PNP) standard-bearer, who pulled off a surprise victory in St Andrew West Rural in 2011, has embarked on a political daredevil act in a seat Holness has held for nearly three decades. “It’s a tough ask,” Buchanan concedes, even as he insists that he can topple the JLP leader. If he achieves the feat, Buchanan would become the second person to beat the leader of either the PNP or JLP in the country’s history. Norman Manley was defeated by the JLP’s Edward Fagan in St Andrew Eastern. For unlimited exclusive stories and value-added digital content, » Subscribe to Gleaner Premium: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/premium » Sign up for our newsletters to get local and world stories delivered straight to your inbox: https://cutt.ly/HzqfUA5 Connect with The Gleaner! » Like us on Facebook: Jamaica Gleaner » Tweet us on Twitter: JamaicaGleaner » Follow us on Instagram:   / jamaicagleaner   The Gleaner is the Caribbean’s leading news source, bringing you credible news and information that matter. From the latest in current affairs, breaking stories, sports, entertainment and more; we deliver all the information you need in print, online and in your social media feeds. Continue to enjoy The Gleaner video stories here... Jamaica Gleaner @JamaicaGleaner