Political Quotes

“I rise today to express condolences on the passing of Elisa McKay. I want to share that the Virgin Islands has lost one of its great creative and cultural visionaries with the passing of Ms. McKay. Her creative spirit and generous heart touched countless lives across the island of St. Croix and throughout our territory and, indeed, not just the Caribbean but other places. As a self-taught artist, she channeled what she described as divine expression, creating work that reflected her deep love for our islands, our culture, and our people. Her art was an extension of her soul. It was vibrant, authentic, and deeply rooted in her Crucian roots. Beyond her artistic talent, Elisa dedicated herself to uplifting our community in so many ways. She served as an educator, taught yoga for four decades, worked tirelessly with our seniors through the Interfaith Coalition, and gave her time and wisdom to numerous organizations, including Unity of St. Croix, the St. Croix Environmental Association, and the Women's Coalition of St. Croix. Her compassion, spiritual leadership, and commitment to service made our Virgin Islands a better place. Ms. McKay lived with purpose and love, seeing the divine in everyone she encountered. My heartfelt condolences go out to her daughter, Ayanna, who she considered her greatest accomplishment. To all who knew and loved her, may her memory be a blessing and may her artistic legacy continue to inspire us for generations to come.”