From Neuquén, Myriam Bregman called to 'organize the anger to end Milei and his legacy'
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Leftist politician Myriam Bregman called for organizing to end President Javier Milei's term and his "legacy."
- Bregman urged the construction of a "powerful political tool for the working class" and a "new historical movement."
- She spoke at an event in Neuquén, emphasizing the need for principled action on women's rights.
Myriam Bregman, a deputy for the Workers' Left Front (Frente de Izquierda), urged Argentinians to organize and mobilize to end President Javier Milei's administration and its associated policies. Speaking at a Saturday rally in Neuquén, Bregman called for the creation of a "powerful political tool for the working class" and a "new historical movement."
organize to end (Javier) Milei and his legacy, but also with the system that produces these monsters.
Bregman's visit to Neuquén followed her participation in a large demonstration commemorating the 11th anniversary of the "Ni Una Menos" (Not One Less) movement against gender-based violence. She criticized Milei's government, stating, "We have to put up with the scoundrel we have as President saying that femicides do not exist." She asserted that the right-wing attacks the left because they refuse to be silenced or compromise on women's rights.
We have to put up with the scoundrel we have as President saying that femicides do not exist.
"They think we dance for a vote like the others. We have principles, we defend the rights of girls, women, and diversity without speculation. They will not stop us," Bregman declared, rallying women to remain steadfast and "organize permanently."
They think we dance for a vote like the others. We have principles, we defend the rights of girls, women, and diversity without speculation. They will not stop us.
She expressed concern that the ruling classes are preparing for a "Milei-ism without Milei," aiming to preserve gains made by the working class regardless of who wins future elections. When asked about potential candidacies, Bregman stated, "Know from now on that we are not going to give anything away in any area." She reiterated the need for a broad movement, "built from below, that organizes thousands to reach millions: a party of the new working class."
Know from now on that we are not going to give anything away in any area.
Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.