This weekend, the Colorado Party appointed Andres Ojeda as its new secretary general, a position he will hold for the next five years. The decision was made in the first session of the National Executive Committee at 12:30, marking a milestone in the renewal of the party’s authorities.
Ojeda, who had run as a presidential candidate, spoke about the party’s performance this year. In an interview with Subrayado, he commented: “I thought that a year ago we were discussing the continuity of the party and today it is an absolute protagonist on the national scene”. His statement highlights the positive turn the party has taken in the last political year.
The new general secretary assured that the Colorado Party has a relevant role in national politics, even from the opposition. He indicated that, for the May elections, “she will think she is a winner in many departments,” which will depend on the strength of the party. This statement suggests a proactive approach to increasing your local influence.
Andrés Ojeda emphasized that his objective is promote the return of the coalition in 2029. Ojeda’s vision for the future of the party includes strengthening its presence and support in the different upcoming elections, showing a clear commitment to the revitalization of the political organization.
During and after the national elections, Ojeda had fought for power against another Colorado leader, Pedro Bordaberry, whose list for Parliament was voted better than Ojeda’s, and has been going back and forth since then.
Candidacy and focus on departmental elections
Likewise, Ojeda announced that the Colorado Party will present a candidate for the Montevideo Municipality (IMM) in the departmental elections, scheduled for May. This decision is part of a broader strategy to position itself within the Republican Coalition.
«There will be a candidate in the Republican Coalition, not only for the party but also for the Coalition; “We have already learned that it is better to have three than one,” said Ojeda, alluding to his previous experience as a candidate. This implies that the party is seeking diversified and competitive representation in future elections.
Territorial strengthening of the party
Regarding the strategies to follow, Ojeda expressed the need to focus on the territorial. He acknowledged that the party has dealt with a lack of territorial structure in recent elections. “Today and in the last election, the Colorado Party perhaps suffered from its lack of territorial muscle,” he commented. This reveals an understanding of previous weaknesses that the party needs to consolidate to move forward.
Two names have begun to stand out as candidates to lead Montevideo under the banner of the Colorado Party: Vice Chancellor Nicolás Albertoni and the lawyer Jorge Barrera. The decision on who will lead this race is still pending, increasing speculation about the political future in the nation’s capital.
