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The "millionaire psychologist" Susely Morfa officially assumed the role of First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) in Villa Clara.
" 'We will continue to work very hard to achieve new victories,' said the leader, without deviating even slightly from the usual empty rhetoric of the regime, at an event presided over by Humberto Camilo Hernández Suárez, a member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and head of its Cadre Policy Department,"
Osnay Miguel Colina Rodríguez, the outgoing secretary, was also present at the "handover and reception of office" ceremony.
Morfa stated that before assuming the position, he had a "pleasant and productive phase visiting centers and institutions of economic, political, and social interest in all the municipalities."
With the signing of the official document, and Susely Morfa González, the incoming secretary, both members of the Central Committee, a three-year term of work by Colina Rodríguez at the helm of the political organization in Villa Clara has come to an end. The leader is taking on new responsibilities assigned by the country's top leadership.
Regarding the delivery process, Morfa González, the top party leader in Villa Clara, highlighted it. Her meetings with leaders, artists, and professionals allowed her to confirm the respect and support of the people of Villa Clara. "We will continue to work very hard to achieve new victories," she stated.
This time there was no defenestration, and “Colina Rodríguez received recognition from the Provincial Government of the People's Power on behalf of the people of Villa Clara, as well as from representatives of political and governmental organizations.”
Susely Morfa, who held the same position previously in Matanzas, was working at the Central Committee as head of the Department of Social Sector Attention. Now she has to vacate her office in Havana and readjust to provincial life.
A graduate in Psychology and a member of the National Assembly, Morfa has an extensive background within the ranks of the Union of Young Communists, where she served as the national first secretary. She also held the position of First Secretary of the PCC in Matanzas for three years.
After leaving that position in March 2024, she was reassigned to the Central Committee, which confirmed that she still had political support at the highest level.
Morfa has been known by the nickname "the millionaire psychologist" since the Summit of the Americas in Panama in 2015, when she claimed to the press that she had financed her trip with her own resources. The phrase, along with her defiant tone towards journalist Mario Vallejo, sparked criticism and mockery. Since then, it has been used by many Cubans to refer to her on social media and independent outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions about Susely Morfa and her role in the PCC in Villa Clara
Who is Susely Morfa and why is she known as the "millionaire psychologist"?
Susely Morfa is a Cuban communist leader, known by her nickname "Millionaire Psychologist" due to an incident at the Summit of the Americas in 2015, where she claimed to have paid for her trip with her own resources, sparking criticism and ridicule. She has a long history with the Communist Party of Cuba and has held important positions such as First Secretary of the PCC in Matanzas and now in Villa Clara.
What does the appointment of Susely Morfa as First Secretary of the PCC in Villa Clara mean?
The appointment of Susely Morfa as First Secretary of the PCC in Villa Clara strengthens her position within the Communist Party of Cuba, indicating that she continues to have political support at the highest level. This move also reflects the regime's common practice of shifting its leaders between provinces as a strategy to maintain political control.
What has been Susely Morfa's political career in the Communist Party of Cuba?
Susely Morfa has had an extensive career within the Communist Party of Cuba, starting in the Young Communists Union where she became the national first secretary. She has served as the First Secretary of the PCC in Matanzas and has held positions in the Central Committee, noted for her alignment with the regime and her official rhetoric.
What challenges does Susely Morfa face as the First Secretary of the PCC in Villa Clara?
Susely Morfa faces the challenge of consolidating her leadership in Villa Clara in a context where the population criticizes the regime for its inefficiency and corruption. Furthermore, she must adapt to the provincial dynamics after leaving her office in Havana, while trying to generate political and social results that meet the expectations of the party and the population.
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