A few days before the crucial runoff, Yamandu Orsipresidential candidate for Wide Frontoffered his campaign closing speech in the town of Las Piedras, Canelones. This event is framed in the context of an intense electoral campaign that culminates next Sunday, and brought together militants who joined a caravan on the Bicentennial Boulevard before listening to the candidate’s words.
The event included the participation of the complete Frente Amplio formula, highlighting the presence of Carolina Cossewho, in her capacity as vice presidential candidate, was the first to address the attendees. The former mayor of Montevideo highlighted the FA’s ability to “build bridges” in her three terms of government, emphasizing that her focus has always been to build inclusive policies that benefit all of society. “We went to the future, the FA knows how to make policies of great agreements because the great agreements are with the entire society and that is why when it is our turn to be a government we deploy plans for the entire society, without excluding anyone,” said Cosse.
Inspired by maternal advice, Carolina recalled: “My mother told me: ‘There are bridges that you cross when you reach them.’ Well, in three days we will be at that threshold,” inviting those present “to cross.” She emphasized the importance of negotiation and respect during her tenure as mayor, a message that resonated with the public, evidencing the political philosophy of the Frente Amplio.
Once Cosse’s speech was over, the senators-elect took their places on stage to listen to Orsi. With a deep connection with his audience, the candidate began by highlighting the relevance of the town: “In this place the eastern people came together for the first time. Here they all got together and here the feat began. “In this place the miracle of the eastern people began.” Emphasizing the importance of unity, he noted that Las Piedras symbolizes the convergence between the interior and the metropolitan area, where Uruguay becomes “one.”
As his speech progressed, Orsi critically reviewed the years of Frente Amplio government, referring to the 2019 elections, when the coalition took power. “So we were promised our five best years of our lives and you are aware that we are actually far from having our five best years of our lives,” he said, urging the audience to reflect on the future.
The candidate also took a moment to thank those who silently support him and those who, although they come from other parties such as the National Party or the Colorado Party, are willing to support him at the polls next Sunday. “Look, it’s not easy,” he acknowledged, alluding to the recent adhesions of voters from various political positions. Orsi expressed his desire to embrace these new supporters and also extended his respect to those who, although they do not vote for him, practice politics based on mutual respect.
“I want to hug those who quietly go to the polls to vote for us and, especially, those who plan to join us next Sunday, despite being ‘white or red.’ And I also want to greet and hug those who are not with us, but understand that politics and respect go hand in hand,” Orsi concluded, leaving a clear message about the importance of collaboration and respect in the country’s political landscape.
The closing ceremony in Las Piedras not only reflected the efforts of the Frente Amplio on this electoral path, but also established a call for the union of all Uruguayans in the face of the challenges that arise. As the date of the runoff approaches, the tone of hope and commitment that characterizes Orsi’s speech resonates strongly, inviting reflection on the future of the country and the fundamental role that each voter plays in this democratic process.
