Carter critica a Boric por lejanía en desfile de 21 de mayo

So I stumbled upon this article about Carter criticizing Boric for not being present at the 21 de mayo parade. Apparently, Boric was the only presidential candidate who didn’t attend the event, which celebrates Chile’s national day. Carter, who is the current president, expressed disappointment in Boric’s absence and implied that it showed a lack of respect for tradition.

According to the article, Boric’s team responded by saying that he had prior engagements and that he still participated in other activities related to the holiday. However, Carter argued that being present at the parade was a crucial part of being a presidential candidate and showing support for the country.

Now, I’m not super familiar with Chilean politics, but I do find it interesting how national holidays can become so controversial. In the US, we have our fair share of debates about who should or shouldn’t attend certain events. But it’s always fascinating to see how different countries prioritize different aspects of patriotism and tradition.

Overall, I think this article highlights the importance of being present and engaged as a presidential candidate, even if it’s for seemingly minor events like parades. It shows that paying attention to these small details can make a big impact on how people perceive your commitment to the country.