On the 45th anniversary of the constitution of the Municipal Assemblies of People's Power, Communist Party of Cuba First Secretary and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, emphasized the importance of these bodies, which he described as "the foundation and essence of the Cuban political system."
In a message posted Twitter, the President noted that their strengthening means strengthening “the direct action of our people in the consolidation of socialism."
He added that genuine, innovative People's Power is attacked by those who ignore it or fear its example.
In a special assembly in Matanzas, on the occasion of the 45th anniversary,
Fidel's role in the establishment of the first municipal assemblies was recalled. The initial trial was conducted experimentally in this province between 1974 and 1976, and constituted a great transformation in the political and social life of the nation.
During the event, which was attended by Political Bureau member and president of the National Assembly of People's Power, Esteban Lazó Hernández, the intention to continue perfecting this system of government with and for the people was reaffirmed.
During the ceremony, the 325th Anniversary Distinction of the city of Matanzas was awarded to a select group of individuals, delegates, leaders and figures who have played an important role for many years in the work of the government.
Among the significant moments during the ceremony was the People's Power 45th anniversary tribute to Esteban Lazo Hernández, who has always maintained close communication with the Cuban people.
Lazo Hernández commented that these 45 years confirm the power of the people in socialism and stressed the importance of supporting the work of delegates and continuing to strengthen the functioning of assemblies and social work in neighborhoods and communities.
The National Assembly’s website published Lazo Hernández's comments recognizing delegates across the country. He stressed that today the date acquires greater significance given the profound discussion underway on the real meaning of People's Power, following the Party First Secretary’s call to prioritize continuing to improve municipal assemblies - the foundation of Cuba’s political system, in which sovereignty resides untransferably in the people.
