This weekend, the Communist Party (PC) held its Central Committee meeting, a political analysis forum defined by direct attacks on the management of the Gabriel Boric administration.
The meeting—the first since the left's recent electoral outcomes—brought together key figures, including former ministers Camila Vallejo, Nicolás Cataluña, and Jaime Gajardo, as well as former mayor Daniel Jadue.
Party President Lautaro Carmona used the platform to evaluate the new government cycle. The leader accused the current administration of a "stumbling" policy, describing Executive decisions as "erratic," "arrogant," and "authoritarian."
Internal Friction and International Stance
One of the most tense moments occurred when Daniel Jadue intervened to question the legal situation of former ministers from the Boric government. The former Recoleta mayor criticized the fact that these former officials are being held in custody despite having "comrades" in power.
Despite the friction, Eric Campos, a leader of the Unified Workers' Central (CUT), attempted to downplay the conflict. The union leader described the meeting as a "very fraternal plenary session" and emphasized the need to build a political force capable of programmatically challenging the government.
The discussion also addressed the situation in Cuba. During the session, party members unfurled a banner in support of the island, reinforcing the party's historical stance.
Deputy Boris Barrera emphasized the importance of political solidarity with the Caribbean nation. According to Barrera, this support is a response to an "imminent invasion by the United States" within the context of the blockade that has affected the nation for over sixty years.
Finally, some party members are considering hardening their stance against La Moneda. The current administration's decision not to support Michelle Bachelet's potential candidacy for the UN Secretary-General has been labeled "selfish" by some party members.
