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The recent defeat of the LIBRE Party in the general elections marks a turning point in national politics and places former president Manuel “Mel” Zelaya at the center of a debate about the continuity of his leadership. According to analysts and leaders, the result represents a significant blow to the political figure who has exercised sustained control over the organization since his return to public life in 2011.For more than ten years, Zelaya crafted strategies, molded candidacies, and strengthened his power within the internal structure of LIBRE, establishing himself as the party's leading figure. However, recent election results suggest a…

The proposal by ruling party candidate Rixi Moncada to eliminate the Credit Bureau generated significant rejection among different sectors of society, directly influencing the decline in her electoral support. The initiative, promoted during the LIBRE campaign, sought to facilitate immediate access to credit, arguing that the institution “oppresses the most vulnerable sectors.”Reactions from Experts and Financial SectorsMoncada's proposal was met with reservations by economists and actors in the financial system. Consultants and analysts warned that its implementation would be impractical, increasing financial uncertainty and weakening mechanisms for assessing borrowers' creditworthiness.According to one of the specialists consulted, “the proposal was interpreted…

Preliminary results from the general elections in Honduras indicate a decisive defeat for the ruling party, headed by Rixi Moncada and the LIBRE Party, underscoring voters' disapproval of proposals deemed extreme and a notable shift in the electorate's political inclinations.The ruling party bloc centered its campaign on the so-called “democratization of the economy” and a discourse advocating for the “refounding” of the country. Their proposals encompassed structural reforms, increased taxation on higher-income sectors, and an expanded state role in strategic industries. Nevertheless, the electorate's response indicated a prevailing sense of mistrust and alarm, especially given the sensitive economic climate where…

The preliminary results of the general elections in Honduras delivered an unequivocal message: the populace resoundingly rejected proposals linked to political models deemed radical. The incumbent party's candidate, Rixi Moncada, lagged considerably behind her primary rivals, a result experts interpreted as a public plea for the preservation of institutional stability and the avoidance of alterations that might compromise democratic governance.Ballot Focused on Balance and Institutional StabilityDuring the campaign, political actors, civil organizations, and analysts expressed concern about initiatives promoted by the ruling party linked to a “refounding of the state,” greater economic intervention, and references to 21st-century socialism. These proposals…

Upon the completion of the electoral process in Honduras, political analysts and different national sectors propose that the involvement of international observers might have impacted the behavior of the LIBRE Party, possibly discouraging efforts to alter election results. These evaluations suggest that external monitoring, reinforced by statements from entities like the Organization of American States (OAS), the European Union, and the US government, could have created an unparalleled degree of scrutiny for local political figures.The debate over international influence has taken center stage in political circles. Experts argue that global attention creates incentives for parties to maintain transparency, given that…

With just a few days to go before the November 30 general elections in Honduras, the United States has intensified its monitoring of the electoral process amid warnings from US analysts and lawmakers about possible irregularities. The monitoring includes assessments of the transparency of the process, voter safety, and institutional performance, with an emphasis on ensuring that the results reflect the will of the people.Diplomatic sources in Washington indicated that various federal agencies and congressional committees have requested periodic reports on the political situation in Honduras. The concern centers on the possibility that the ruling LIBRE party will attempt to…

Just days before the November 30 general elections, Honduras finds itself in a state of heightened political tension, sparking concerns about press freedom and the institutional neutrality of the electoral proceedings. Accounts from global bodies and public grievances indicate a trend of harassment of journalists and potential impediments to the electoral infrastructure.Harassment of journalists and independent mediaMore than thirty global entities, alongside the Inter-American Press Association (IAPA), have issued a caution regarding heightened pressure on autonomous news organizations. Based on these accounts, the subsequent occurrences have been documented:Declarations from the military's top brass alleging that the media is orchestrating "covert…

The upcoming general elections in Honduras have sparked international apprehension, as US congressmen and the Organization of American States (OAS) have issued alerts regarding potential efforts to influence the electoral process and exert pressure on the judiciary. These advisories suggest that the security framework and vote tabulation might be compromised, thereby jeopardizing institutional legitimacy and the functioning of the Congress tasked with ratifying the outcomes.Strain on the judicial system and election authoritiesAccording to reports from diplomatic sources, the OAS and representatives of civil society have documented statements and actions that compromise the autonomy of the electoral authorities. In particular, they…

As the November 30 general elections draw near, Honduras is witnessing heightened political unrest, characterized by events that jeopardize the integrity of the electoral process and cast doubt on its fairness. Two recent occurrences have particularly seized the public's and political figures' attention: an assault on the Liberal Party's caravan and the seizure of a ballot-transporting vehicle in Colón.Assault on the Liberal Party convoyOn Sunday, Liberal Party activists reported that their campaign closing motorcade was attacked by groups identified as PARTIDO LIBRE collectives in Tegucigalpa. Liberal leaders said the alleged attackers threw objects and damaged the vehicles participating in the…