Communist Party president Lautaro Carmona responded to backlash over his party's push for mobilizations against José Antonio Kast's incoming government, insisting social movements operate independently and rejecting accusations of destabilization. Critics in the ruling coalition, including PPD figures, called the strategy imprudent as divisions deepen ahead of March 2026 handover.
Following the PC's central committee resolution—reported earlier this week—calling for 'broad and unitary mobilization milestones' like March 8 and May 1 to counter 'authoritarian trends' in Kast's government, party president Lautaro Carmona clarified the PC's stance in a December 28 interview on Radio Nuevo Mundo.
Carmona emphasized that 'social movements, especially the labor movement, have their own life' and the PC has never sought to impose political or ideological leadership over them. He dismissed coalition allies' criticisms as 'a provocation aimed at affecting the [PC's] influence,' vowing not to 'enter that game' and affirming the party's legitimacy.
Key rebukes include PPD deputy Raúl Soto, who on TVN labeled the PC's 'plan de lucha' as 'imprudent and irresponsible,' arguing no party should appropriate citizen sentiments and favoring institutional opposition. Similar concerns came from PS's Raúl Leiva, DC's Eric Aedo, and FREVS's Jaime Mulet, deeming the call untimely. Interior Minister Álvaro Elizalde (PS) stressed peaceful demonstrations.
The rift echoes broader coalition debates, with support from Broad Front and Humanists but distance from PS and PPD. A ruling parties conclave with DC is set for January 17. Carmona positioned the PC as a constructive opposition, backing fulfilling promises while challenging regressions.
