The Open, Simultaneous and Mandatory Primaries (PASO) in Argentina took place on September 12, 2023, and the results were a major surprise. Javier Milei, a libertarian economist and political outsider, won the most votes in the presidential race, with 17.05%. The incumbent president, Alberto Fernández, came in second with 15.09%, followed by former president Mauricio Macri with 13.98%.
The PASO results have shaken up the political landscape in Argentina Presidential Race and have made the October general elections even more unpredictable. Milei’s victory has galvanized the anti-establishment vote and has raised the possibility of a major upset. Fernández and Macri are both facing challenges from within their own parties, and it is unclear who will emerge as the strongest challenger to Milei.
Argentina 2023 Presidential Race
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The road to the October general elections is now wide open, and the outcome is anyone’s guess. Here are the latest developments in the electoral campaign:
- Milei continues to lead in the polls. A poll released on September 20 showed Milei with 25% of the vote, followed by Fernández with 17% and Macri with 15%.
- Fernández and Macri are both struggling to unite their parties. Fernández’s Peronist Party is divided between his supporters and those who want to see him replaced. Macri’s Republican Proposal Party is also divided, with some members calling for him to step aside.
- New parties are emerging. Several new parties have emerged in recent months, including the Liberal Party, the Social Democrats, and the Workers’ Party. These parties could play a role in the October elections, especially if they are able to attract voters who are dissatisfied with the traditional parties.
The October general elections are still a few months away, but the Presidential race is already heating up. The outcome of the elections will have a major impact on the future of Argentina.
Source: Infobae