“Enemy Risk”: A Country That Refuses to Greet

La Nación observes a deeply fractured Argentina, characterized by a 'risk of enemy' mentality where basic civility in political discourse has collapsed. An imaginary foreign observer, reviewing recent events, would see a nation where political opponents, and even allies within the same party, go to extreme lengths to avoid acknowledging each other. From religious services where officials from opposing parties studiously ignore one another, to party leadership transitions deliberately snubbed, to cultural events like the Book Fair where the Secretary of Culture is subjected to insults, the pattern is one of escalating antagonism. Even President Milei reportedly avoided greeting former President Macri at a recent dinner. This isn't just a breakdown of polite forms; it signifies a deeper problem. The article posits that the 'grieta'—the deep political divide—has fractured itself, leading to internal conflicts within coalitions. This extreme polarization, marked by a disregard for differing opinions and basic courtesy, raises serious questions about the health of Argentina's democratic system. It challenges the very foundations of institutional functioning and the minimum standards of coexistence required for a democracy to thrive. The Argentine perspective here is one of deep concern over this self-destructive political culture, which seems to prioritize personal animosity over national progress and institutional stability.