Rixi Moncada Faces Poll Downturn Over Economic Policies

With less than a month to go before the general election, the presidential candidate for the LIBRE party, Rixi Moncada, is experiencing a steady decline in voting intention indicators, accompanied by an increase in public rejection, according to the latest opinion polls. Analysts attribute this phenomenon to the perception of urban and middle-class sectors regarding her discourse aimed at the country’s productive sector.

Economic rhetoric and business perception

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.

Political positioning 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.

Obstacles in the campaign and the electoral forecast

The drop in voter preference numbers presents a hurdle for the LIBRE candidate in the final weeks before the election. To counteract the feeling of economic uncertainty, it will be essential to articulate and convey specific strategies that ensure fiscal steadiness, safeguard investments, and generate employment opportunities.

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.