Key Considerations of Jeannette Jara

Jeannette Jara, the presidential candidate of the Chilean Communist Party (PC), is contemplating resigning from the party to counteract the impact of anti-communist sentiment on her campaign.

Response to Anti-Communist Sentiment

In an interview with Radio Universo, Jara addressed the possibility of leaving the PC to attract voters who oppose a communist candidate. While she affirmed her commitment to the primaries and her presidential aspirations, she indicated that the decision to resign is under evaluation.

Strategy for Broader Appeal

Jara emphasized the importance of uniting the center-left to achieve a presidential victory. She stated that all sectors within the center-left should be represented to achieve broader appeal. The decision on her potential resignation will be made at a later time.

Views on Anti-Communism

Jara believes that anti-communist sentiment is waning, but recognizes that it still exists amongst some voters. She encourages those with such views to overcome their feelings of hate, emphasizing that using hatred as a political tool is unproductive.