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Myriam Bregman spoke about the new nickname that Milei gave her: 'I prefer to be La Chilindrina and not the Witch of 71'

Myriam Bregman responds to President Javier Milei's derogatory nickname, emphasizing her preference for the whimsical over the malicious.

Argentinian President Javier Milei recently directed a significant portion of his speech in Congress towards aggressive insults aimed at opposition legislators, among them Myriam Bregman, whom he derogatorily labeled 'Chilindrina troska.' In response, Bregman expressed that she would rather be associated with the jovial character 'La Chilindrina' than with the malicious 'Witch of 71', indicating her disdain for the derogatory intent behind Milei's comments.

Bregman, a member of the Leftist Front, voiced her thoughts on Radio 10, asserting that Milei's need for self-affirmation through such insults reflects a deeper inadequacy. She criticized the predictability of Milei’s remarks, suggesting that they were premeditated and lacked the spontaneity of genuine political discourse. Bregman further denounced the nature of Milei's speech as inappropriate for a president, insisting that it was a scripted performance rather than a sincere communication.

The exchange highlights the growing tensions within Argentine politics, particularly between the current administration and opposition parties. Bregman's comments emphasize a broader context of political clashes in Argentina, as leaders navigate a divided political landscape that is marked by personal attacks and aggressive rhetoric, raising concerns about decorum and the nature of political dialogue in the country.

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