Larach Calls for Political Maturity Amid Disunity in Santa Cruz Political Class

Fernando Larach, the president of the Comité pro Santa Cruz, has stated that while Cruceño institutions are united, there is discord among the political class. He called for political maturity to resolve internal conflicts between the Departmental Legislative Assembly and the Autonomous Departmental Government of Santa Cruz without harming the Cruceño people.

Larach accused certain 'puppets' of having a 'hunger for power' and adopting a 'discourse of hatred and confrontation' in their attempts to control regional institutions. He emphasized the importance of democracy, the right to think differently, and the need for dialogue and consensus-building.

Why this matters: The institutional crisis in Santa Cruz, which has existed since the beginning of Luis Fernando Camacho's administration, threatens the stability and effectiveness of regional governance. Resolving the conflicts and restoring unity within the political class is vital for the well-being of the Cruceño people and the functioning of democratic institutions.

The comments by Larach have generated various reactions. Political analyst Vladimir Peña lamented the 'deep' institutional crisis in Santa Cruz that has existed since the first day of Luis Fernando Camacho's administration. Zvonko Matkovic Ribera, the president of the Departmental Legislative Assembly of Santa Cruz, expressed his rejection of the recent video released by Larach, stating that it does not correspond to the image that the civic leader should project.

Larach defended his actions as the civic leader, stating that he has faced systematic and offensive attacks since his election, but he remains committed to working for the betterment of Santa Cruz. "I have faced systematic and offensive attacks since my election, but I remain committed to working for the betterment of Santa Cruz," Larach said.

Key Takeaways

• Cruceño institutions united, but political class divided, says Larach.
• Larach accuses 'puppets' of 'hunger for power' and 'discourse of hatred'.
• Institutional crisis in Santa Cruz threatens regional governance stability.
• Peña laments 'deep' crisis since Camacho's administration, Matkovic rejects Larach's video.
• Larach faces 'systematic and offensive attacks' but remains committed to Santa Cruz.