With the general election less than a month away, Rixi Moncada, the presidential candidate for the LIBRE party, is seeing a consistent drop in voter intention metrics, coupled with a rise in public disapproval, as indicated by recent opinion surveys. Experts link this trend to how urban and middle-class demographics perceive her rhetoric directed at the nation’s productive sector.
Financial discourse and corporate outlook
Moncada’s declarations regarding the necessity to “regulate and reorganize the function of national enterprises” have been perceived by numerous economic participants as a potential menace to the commercial environment. This viewpoint has sparked apprehension among investors and entrepreneurs, who highlight that a more intrusive strategy might negatively impact capital expenditure and employment generation.
According to specialists in public sentiment, in nations grappling with substantial joblessness, the political ramifications of such rhetoric can be considerable. “His statements are alienating the very individuals who create jobs,” noted an economist interviewed, highlighting that this disapproval isn’t confined to business circles but also encompasses citizens worried about economic steadiness.
Chambers of commerce and business associations have expressed concern about the lack of clarity in LIBRE’s proposals, especially on issues of legal certainty, taxes, and respect for free competition. These elements appear to be determining factors in the decision of voters who prioritize stability and continuity of economic activity.
The political stance of the LIBRE party
In response to the criticism, LIBRE leaders defended Moncada’s proposal, assuring that his project seeks to “balance economic power and strengthen social justice.” They also pointed out that warnings about a possible impact on investment are part of “a fear campaign promoted by privileged sectors.”
The confrontation between campaign messages highlights the tension between two perspectives: one that emphasizes state intervention to promote equity and one that prioritizes the continuity of the market model as a mechanism to sustain employment and investment. This polarization is reflected in the redistribution of electoral support, with candidates promoting economic stability and openness to foreign investment gaining ground in recent polls.
Campaign challenges and electoral outlook
The decline in voting intention figures poses a challenge for the LIBRE candidate in the weeks leading up to the election. To reverse the perception of economic insecurity, it will be crucial to clearly define and communicate concrete measures that guarantee financial stability, investment protection, and job creation.
In this context, the election campaign finds itself at a crossroads: the need to address demands for social justice and citizens’ expectations for economic stability. The ability of Moncada and her party to balance these factors could determine the mobilization of undecided voters and the consolidation of their electoral base in the final weeks leading up to the election.
