Boric's advice to the left: 'Be less apocalyptic and bring some hope to people'

Former Chilean President Gabriel Boric has urged left-wing parties to adopt a more hopeful and less apocalyptic tone to connect with voters. Speaking at the Hay Festival in Wales, Boric stated that the left must avoid alienating potential supporters by labeling those who voted for figures like Donald Trump or Brexit proponents as unintelligent. "You cannot say that half the country is stupid and you are smart," he remarked, warning that such an approach prevents the left from ever regaining a majority. Boric stressed the importance of understanding the motivations of voters who support right-wing movements. He suggested that instead of dismissing these voters, the left should seek to change their own perspectives and better understand the electorate. The former president's comments, which have circulated on social media, come during his tour of Europe and highlight a strategic reflection within progressive movements on how to broaden their appeal and achieve electoral success.