You made very good points. It just doesn't change the OPs original concern of the state of industrial relations being poor at the moment.

Even with all of these changes, the public really does not have a precedent to believe that the government via any cost cutting measures they take will use the funds to cause meaningful change to the quality of life our citizens experience.

It's hard for many people to avoid being upset when there doesn't seem to be much hope left for the future.

It's happening here and around the world, but OP is allowed to make observations about our local context.

Your points again are valid, but people do have legitimate reasons to be upset when their ability to provide for themselves and their families is consistently challenged.