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Chile's Communist Candidate Wins Left-Wing Coalition Presidential Primary

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  • #Economic conditions & trends
Chile's Communist Candidate Wins Left-Wing Coalition Presidential Primary
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JUN 30
Above: Jeannette Jara of the Communist Party of Chile during a presidential primary election night rally in Santiago, Chile, on June 29, 2025. Image copyright: Cristobal Olivares/Bloomberg/Getty Images
story last updated JUN 30

The Spin

Left narrative

Jara's victory signals growing support for her pro-worker agenda. Her push for a living wage, pension reform, and the 40-hour workweek resonates with Chileans who are tired of economic inequality. Rooted in her own experience of poverty, Jara's policies aim to uplift workers and small businesses while challenging concentrated wealth. Her win reflects a demand for social cohesion and fair distribution of Chile's prosperity.

Clinic

Right narrative

Jara's primary win doesn't at all signal a surge in communist popularity. Chile's political tide is turning right, with populist figures like Matthei and Kast having led in the polls for months and continuing to gain traction. Boric's left-wing coalition has faltered, with voters rejecting their failed vision. While Jara focuses on fantastical economic policies, most of the country is adopting conservative, market-friendly values.

American Conservative

Editor's Note

This story currently has limited reporting from right-wing sources. We will continue to monitor all major outlets and update our coverage as additional perspectives become available.

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