The Minister of the Interior, Eduardo “Wado” de Pedro, has officially launched his presidential candidacy for Unión por la Patria. De Pedro will be competing in the Open, Simultaneous and Mandatory Primaries (PASO) in August. In a campaign video, he not only focused on his proposals but also took the opportunity to indirectly criticize former President Mauricio Macri.
“I want to be President, the President of all Argentine families,” de Pedro stated in the campaign video. He expressed his willingness to address urgent problems such as the irresponsible debt left behind, the drama of inflation, and unacceptable poverty. De Pedro emphasized his vision for an Argentina of progress and shared growth.
In a clear message to Macri, de Pedro called for the recovery of hope and pride in being Argentine. He stated, “Let no one tell us that we are a failed society.” This remark was in response to Macri’s infamous statement during a meeting of the International Foundation for Freedom (FIL) in Spain, where he referred to Argentine society as the most unsuccessful in the last 70 years.
During Macri’s presidency from 2015 to 2019, poverty levels in Argentina increased from 25.7% to 35.5%. De Pedro’s criticism of Macri’s administration aligns with his campaign’s focus on addressing the consequences of past policies and working towards a better future for the country.
De Pedro was not the only politician to express dissatisfaction with the state of Argentina. Luis Judge, a member of the opposition coalition, also made controversial remarks about the Argentine people. Judge, who is competing for the governorship in the province of Córdoba, stated, “We Argentines are screwed, what a fucking town. We demand more from a soccer team than from the political leadership.”
As the presidential campaign continues, candidates like de Pedro and Judge will be vying for the support of the Argentine people. The upcoming PASO in August will be a crucial step in determining the final presidential candidates for the general election.
How does Eduardo “Wado” de Pedro’s campaign video reflect his stance on addressing urgent issues in Argentina?
The Minister of the Interior, Eduardo “Wado” de Pedro, has announced his bid for the presidency under the Unión por la Patria party. De Pedro will be participating in the Open, Simultaneous and Mandatory Primaries (PASO) in August. In a powerful campaign video, he not only outlined his proposals but also took the opportunity to indirectly criticize former President Mauricio Macri.
“I aspire to be the President of all Argentine families,” de Pedro declared in the campaign video. He expressed his determination to tackle urgent issues, such as the burden of irresponsible debt, the distressing problem of inflation, and the unacceptable poverty levels. De Pedro emphasized his vision for a progressive Argentina with inclusive growth for all.
Sending a clear message to Macri, de Pedro called for the restoration of hope and national pride. He declared, “No one should disregard us as a failed society.” This response was in reference to Macri’s controversial statement at a meeting of the International Foundation for Freedom (FIL) in Spain, where he labeled Argentine society as the most unsuccessful in the past 70 years.
During Macri’s presidency between 2015 and 2019, poverty levels in Argentina soared from 25.7% to 35.5%. De Pedro’s critique of Macri’s administration aligns with his campaign’s focus on addressing the consequences of past policies and striving for a brighter future for the country.
De Pedro was not the only political figure to express discontent with the state of Argentina. Luis Judge, a member of the opposition coalition, also sparked controversy with his remarks about the Argentine people. Competing for the governorship in the province of Córdoba, Judge stated, “We Argentines are in a messed-up situation, what a challenging society. We demand more from a soccer team than from our political leaders.”
As the presidential campaign unfolds, candidates like de Pedro and Judge will be seeking the support of the Argentine people. The upcoming PASO in August will play a crucial role in determining the final presidential candidates for the general election.
“Interior Minister Eduardo de Pedro’s entrance into the presidential race brings a fresh perspective and much-needed criticism of the previous administration. It will be interesting to see how he plans to address the issues left behind by former President Macri.”