As reported by Chilean news outlet, Radio ADN, the Mayor of La Florida, Rodolfo Carter, announced his desire to become the next President of Chile. Carter, who has been serving as the mayor of his district since 2016, spoke on a recent radio show about his dreams, stating that he is “part of those who dream of leading their country.” Despite not being part of any political party, he intends to propose himself as an independent candidate for the upcoming presidential elections in 2021.
During the interview, Carter expressed his concerns for the current state of the country and how its leaders have failed the citizens. He emphasized the importance of leadership, stating it is the key to successfully running a country and said he hopes to change the political scene in Chile, starting from his hometown: La Florida.
While some may see his announcement as ambitious, others believe it is quite possible for him to win. Carter has made a name for himself by implementing progressive policies in La Florida and his anti-corruption stance has helped boost his credibility among Chileans. His bold move has also brought attention to the fact that independent political candidates are on the rise in Chile.
His interview has sparked both support and opposition on social media, with some praising his passion and others questioning his political experience. However, one thing is for sure, his announcement has stirred up the upcoming presidential race in Chile.
Carter’s announcement highlights the growing desire for change among Chileans and is a good indication that the political scene in Chile is shifting towards embracing new and independent candidates. As he continues to campaign, it will be interesting to see how this may affect the rest of the presidential candidates and ultimately, which changes he may bring to Chile if elected as President.
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