In a recent interview with the renowned journalist Ismael Cala, the Frente Amplio candidate, Yamandu Orsiaddressed critical issues of international and national politics. This meeting was part of the America Business Forumheld at the prestigious Punta del Este Convention Center, located in Maldonado.
Orsi, known for his leadership in cannelloni, was questioned about his political vision regarding the administration of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. The Uruguayan politician argued that the current situation in the South American country is significantly different from traditional democratic processes.
“If there is no freedom, I cannot imagine democracy”Orsi declared in direct reference to the electoral process in Venezuela, the results of which have been the subject of suspicion. According to the candidate, the uncertainty surrounding the last elections has been transformed into security regarding the lack of democracy in that country. “That is not a democracy, it is an authoritarian regimeand, if you like, a dictatorship,” he pointed out to the audience, who responded with a standing ovation.
The electoral perspective of the Frente Amplio
Regarding Uruguay’s electoral panorama, Orsi showed cautious confidence about the results of the polls ahead of the October 27 elections. The candidate expressed that these are “reassuring signs,” although they do not offer complete certainty of the electoral outcome.
“Surveys are like the perfume that is in the air. They give you an idea of where things may go, but they are not guarantees,” said Orsi, referring to the figures that indicate a possible victory in the first round. However, he highlighted that in the recent history of Uruguay, only in 2004, with the election of Tabaré Vázquez, was there a victory in the first instance.
Orsi stressed the importance of winning the parliamentary majority, describing it as a fundamental factor in the country’s current political scenario. “The normal thing, the logical thing, is that we are fighting for that majority”, he noted, demonstrating his pragmatic approach to the elections.
Runoff scenarios: a crossroads for the decision
Journalist Cala questioned Orsi about a hypothetical scenario where he would not advance to the runoff and would have to choose between the white candidate, Álvaro Delgado, and the red one, Andrés Ojeda. Orsi did not dodge the question, and, laughing, mentioned that he would “vote blank,” an answer that seems to reflect a certain implicit criticism of both potential contenders.
This comment highlights not only Orsi’s position regarding his political adversaries, but also his perspective on the second round system in Uruguayan politics. In this runoff scenario, the role of the Frente Amplio and its positioning compared to other political forces is of great importance for voters.
