Hugo Patt Supports Tracy Panton as Party Leader

Hugo Patt continues to serve as the Deputy Party Leader of the United Democratic Party. We spoke with him about Barrow’s resignation letter, which named him as the interim party leader. He also shared his thoughts on why he decided to support Panton as the new party leader. Here’s what he had to say.

 

Hugo Patt, Deputy Party Leader, U.D.P.

“As far as I am concerned we only have one leader and we move forward from there. The U.D.P is untied under the leadership of the honorable Tracy Panton and from there we move on.”

 

Reporter

“And there can be no pressure in your view now. The election decided.”

 

Hugo Patt

“The people  spoke and the message as clear, we need to unify and that unification will only happen under the leadership of honorable Tracy Panton.”

 

Paul Lopez

“Was your decision primarily based on the fact that Mr. Barrow lost his constituency?”

 

Hugo Patt

“My decision was based on unification, we need a united UDP and that is what we got today.”

 

Reporter

“Do you regret the choices you made to support Shyne?”

 

Hugo Patt

“The elections actually decided everything. That chapter has closed, that book has closed. We are starting a new one and together we move forward.”

 

Earlier today, the National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) congratulated Tracy Taegar-Panton on making history as the first woman to become the Leader of the Opposition in Belize. The NTUCB’s statement continued with, quote, this monumental achievement marks a significant milestone in the nation’s political landscape, as Hon. Panton breaks the proverbial “glass ceiling” and sets a powerful precedent for women in Belize.  Her rise to this prestigious position is a testament to her dedication, unwavering determination, and commitment to serving the people of Belize, end quote.