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References
- ↑ "Pearl Quinn-Williams to be Sworn in as Senator on Monday". Antigua News Room. 2024-11-22. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ↑ Emmanuel, Robert Andre. "Pearl Quinn-Williams tapped to fill vacant Opposition Senate seat". Antigua Observer.
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