Senator Dennison’s Protests Gain PSU Support

One man, one message, and a growing conversation about the realities facing ordinary Belizeans. Union Senator Glenfield Dennison is taking his message directly to the streets through daily demonstrations across Belize City, and he is gaining support from the Public Service Union. PSU President Dean Flowers says Dennison has his full backing, arguing that his demonstrations are doing more than simply drawing attention. They are forcing people to pause, reflect, and confront the challenges affecting their daily lives. Flowers believes that while Dennison may be standing alone at these demonstrations, the issues he is raising resonate with many Belizeans. We spoke with Flowers about why the union is standing behind the senator and what he believes these street protests are accomplishing.

 

Dean Flowers, President, Public Service Union

“I think it is making an impact. I think that every single day Senator Dennison who happens to also be a proud member of the Public Service Union is making a positive impact on the Belizean people. He is causing the average Belizean to think. He is causing the average Belizean to pause for a moment and listen and comprehend what he is trying to bring across. So, Senator Dennison has the full support of the Public Service Union and sometimes I check up on him and I normally ask him, ok so, whether he is out there as the senator. He is also a senator and that is for the most part the capacity he is out there for. Today I know he will have tremendous support from the members of the Belize Tax Service Department. When he comes to Belmopan, you could bet your last dollar and last cent that we will be there with him.”

 

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