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It is important to acknowledge that Serpent and Shuggy<\/a><\/strong>, in earlier interviews, did not fully support Smith\u2019s stance.<\/p>

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They dismissed his concerns and, at times, outright lied about the state of affairs within the UPP. However, as the months have gone by, their positions have evolved, and they have come to recognize that Smith\u2019s departure was a natural result of the leadership failures within the party.<\/p>

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Today, they stand as supporters of Smith\u2019s decision. The full circle moment for Serpent and Shuggy<\/a><\/strong>, who were once vocal critics of Smith\u2019s position, is a testament to the fact that Smith was ahead of his time. His warnings about the party’s direction were not just complaints\u2014they were prescient insights into the party\u2019s deterioration under Gisele Isaac\u2019s and Jamal Pringle’s leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anthony Smith Jr\u2019s departure from the UPP is a vindication of his belief that putting the country first is paramount. His stance has been validated by key figures within the party, who have come to recognize the toxic dynamics at play under Isaac\u2019s leadership. His move is not just a political gesture\u2014it is a stand for integrity, transparency, and the future of the nation. #WeStillLegitWithSmith.<\/p>

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CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP Dear Editor, It is important to acknowledge that Serpent and Shuggy, in earlier interviews, did not fully support Smith\u2019s stance. They dismissed his concerns and, at times, outright lied about the state of affairs within the UPP. 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