Mayor supports Ramírez Cuevas: 'The attacks are not against him, but against the movement'
Luisa María Alcalde, the national leader of Morena, expresses her support for Jesús Ramírez Cuevas amidst recent attacks, framing them as attacks against the larger movement rather than him personally.
Luisa María Alcalde, the national president of the Mexican political party Morena, has publicly voiced her support for Jesús Ramírez Cuevas, the presidential advisor, during a moment of controversy surrounding him. In her statements, Alcalde emphasized that the recent criticisms directed towards Ramírez Cuevas should not be interpreted as personal attacks but rather as assaults on the broader political movement of which he is a part. This perspective sheds light on the ongoing political tensions in Mexico, where personal vendettas are often conflated with ideological conflicts.
Alcalde pointed out Ramírez Cuevas's significant contributions to their movement, highlighting his role as the first director of the party’s newspaper, Regeneración, which was established to counter misinformation and challenge right-wing narratives. Her defense of Ramírez Cuevas seeks to solidify his position within the party and the broader coalition, indicating a unity in the face of adversity. It also underscores the importance of personal loyalty and collective solidarity among party members in navigating political challenges.
This incident comes against a backdrop of heightened political scrutiny and criticism faced by the current administration under President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. The framing of these critiques as attacks on the movement is a strategic maneuver by Alcalde to rally support and maintain morale within the party ranks while attempting to deflect the negative impact of the criticisms. The ongoing challenges faced by Morena could influence electoral dynamics and the party's future strategies as they prepare for upcoming elections.