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<p>Prime Minister Andrew Holness has described the late former Deputy Prime Minister Dr Kenneth Baugh as a statesman with dignity and integrity.</p>
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<p>In paying tribute to Baugh, who died Sunday morning at 10:05 am, Holness said he lived a political life that transcends the political divide as he was respected by all.</p>
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<p>Baugh was a longstanding member of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) and also served as Opposition Leader, Foreign Minister and Health Minister. </p>
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<p>According to Holness, Baugh's political opponent also held him in high esteem.</p>
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<p><br>Baugh was also a longstanding Member of Parliament for West Central St Catherine, which Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton now serves.<br>In the voice message, Holness said, "it is with great sadness that we learnt of the passing of Ken Baugh at 10:05 this morning. Ken Baugh exemplified dignity and integrity throughout his political life. Ken was universally respected.<br>"Both sides of the political divide held him in high esteem and the public could rely on him as balanced and reasoned. His conduct and posture gave him a stature elevated above politics. He was truly a statesman. He will be sadly missed."</p>
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