POLITICS – OPINION Enemies 15-03-2023 11:55 Does Alberto Fernández really believe that he has a chance of winning a head-to-head battle with a candidate supported by Cristina, or better still, with the vice-president herself? by Carlos De Angelis
POLITICAL ANALYSIS The ornithology of Frente de Todos and Juntos por el Cambio 11-02-2023 07:00 Argentina has been locked in a bi-coalitionism over the past several electoral periods, but the novel element this time around is the internal fragmentation of both spaces. by Agustino Fontevecchia
INTERVIEW / PERIODISMO PURO Gerardo Morales: ‘Kirchnerism has to understand that its time is up’ 10-02-2023 21:00 Radical party chair and Governor of Jujuy Province on the lithium industry, 2023 candidates, presidential ambitions and why Kirchnerism and Peronism must step aside. by Jorge Fontevecchia
As I see it On Planet K, inflation is all in the mind 28-01-2023 00:33 To bring things under control, Alberto’s government would have to slow down the printing presses and greatly reduce public spending, measures that, needless to say, it refuses to contemplate. by James Neilson
Politics Fernández de Kirchner decries loss of ‘democratic pact’ in speech 18-11-2022 00:08 Amid shouts from supporters for her to make a presidential run, Argentina's vice-president delivers fiery take on the country’s current situation, while dodging any direct announcement as to candidacies.
And that reminds me… A fireworks summit 05-11-2022 06:14 There is a strong case for presenting that Summit of the Americas in Mar del Plata exactly 17 years ago today and the surrounding anniversaries as the true birth of Kirchnerism. by Michael Soltys
Vice-president's speech CFK hints at 2023 run in speech linking failed attack to Macrismo 04-11-2022 21:45 "I will do whatever I have to do so that our people can organise themselves into a project for a country,” declares former president in first public appearance since failed assassination attempt.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Fernández de Kirchner stokes speculation on presidential run 04-11-2022 21:27 Vice-president calls for a political 'reorganisation,' on Friday, hinting at the possibility of a presidential run next year as speculation builds about her candidacy.
POLITICS PASOs and presidential hopefuls – sources of tension for Frente de Todos 31-10-2022 12:57 President Alberto Fernández is willing to go to bat to defend the PASOs and will run as a candidate, despite pressure from his coalition allies. Dialogue has broken down with delays to definitions likely to be the end result. by Rosario Ayerdi
Politics Bolsonaro and Manes: the victors in Brazil and Argentina? 08-10-2022 07:00 While President Alberto Fernández and his boss Cristina, both Lula fanboys, could celebrate another victory for the “progressives” of Latin America, the true reasons to raise a glass could have more to do with what’s happening in the Argentine opposition. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS & ECONOMY What do the Kirchnerites think of Massa? 16-09-2022 16:13 Why is Economy Minister Sergio Massa allowed to do what Martín Guzmán wasn’t? And furthermore, is the ex-Tigre mayor doing enough? by Agustino Fontevecchia
PRO-CFK MARCH ‘We need to stand against this’ – huge crowds flood Plaza de Mayo to ‘defend democracy’ 02-09-2022 18:26 Crowds gather in front of the presidential palace a day after a failed attack on the life of Vice President Cristina Kirchner. Peronists and those more skeptical of the government were united in condemnation of political violence. by Isobel McGrigor
Corruption & the courts Carpetazo 12-08-2022 09:58 Political persecution through the Judiciary is a real thing in Argentina. by Agustino Fontevecchia
As I see it Drifting towards a black hole 09-07-2022 07:30 Hyperinflation looms; Argentina is flat broke, but the people who wield most political power think the only way to solve problems is to throw freshly-printed money at them. by James Neilson
NEW ECONOMY MINISTER Inflation, export duties and IMF: Silvina Batakis’ economic definitions 06-07-2022 23:00 Martín Guzmán’s successor considers that the escalation of prices is a multi-causal phenomenon and defends strong state regulation of the economy. For her, “wages must run ahead of inflation.”
BLOOMBERG - ANALYSIS Argentina's subsidy cuts mired in doubt under new minister 06-07-2022 22:14 Several analysts insist that a question mark hangs over Silvina Batakis’ commitment to spending cuts penned by Martín Guzmán and the IMF.
Political economy Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s ‘stupid state,’ piqueteros and inflation 24-06-2022 10:53 A lot of what Argentina’s vice-president says appears sound, but when put in context, it becomes nothing more than a series of half-truths. by Agustino Fontevecchia
TENSIONS AT TECHNOPOLIS The hand that moves the pen 06-06-2022 16:38 At the YPF event at Tecnópolis fronted by President Alberto Fernández and Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, it was very clear that progress in mending the rift within the government was conspicuous by its absence. by Nelson Castro
As I see it Jobs for the boys in the patronage state 28-05-2022 00:50 As far as the Kirchnerites are concerned, a cat’s political colour is the only thing that really matters. by James Neilson
POLITICS Feletti resigns as domestic trade secretary, strengthening Guzmán's hand 23-05-2022 17:21 Kirchnerite official steps down as head of Domestic Trade Secretariat, strengthening position of Economy Minister Martín Guzmán.
economy Kirchnerites told to resign if they won’t approve gas, electricity hikes 13-05-2022 00:06 Challenging critical Kirchnerite voices, sources close to the Presidency said this week that any public official that opposes rises in utility prices “will not be able to continue in the government.”
As I see it A culture of irresponsibility 07-05-2022 00:02 Much as many dislike the idea, elected politicians have to take full responsibility for managing the country’s economy. by James Neilson
JUDICIAL REFORM Supreme Court justice slams bid to impose ‘judicial populism’ 30-04-2022 01:25 Former leader of nation’s highest tribunal Ricardo Lorenzetti criticises ruling coalition, proposal to raise number of Supreme Court to 16.
As I see it Argentina still hostage to a psychodrama 23-04-2022 00:02 Cristina’s legal difficulties have dominated Argentine politics for many years. No doubt they will continue to do so for some time to come. by James Neilson
COURTS & JUDICIARY CFK’s battle against Judiciary escalates amid Magistrates Council row 22-04-2022 23:51 Conflict erupts after Supreme Court orders restoration of Council of Magistrates, body that oversees hiring and firing of judges; Vice-President Fernández de Kirchner reacts by splitting Senate caucus as ruling coalition eyes expansion for nation’s top court.
As I see it Lingering outside the cemetery 01-04-2022 19:24 For a politician like Sergio Massa, the government is merely a vehicle he boarded because he thought it would take him towards his chosen destination. by James Neilson
As I see it The country needs a proper government 18-03-2022 08:08 President Alberto Fernández needs the votes of opposition legislators because he can no longer rely on those who obey the whims of Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner. by James Neilson
As I see it Things are looking bleaker for Cristina 18-02-2022 22:00 Cristina evidently fears that the austerity programme the government will have to press on with no matter what happens in the coming weeks will cost her the support of the millions of men and women who still kid themselves that she is on their side. by James Neilson
THE INSIDE TRACK Máximo’s post-resignation plans and IMF deal strategy 03-02-2022 22:25 Frente de Todos lawmaker will not obstruct debate of the government’s IMF bill in Congress. The orders to his troops in Congress and what comes next. by Rosario Ayerdi
#1F MARCH Inside the Kirchnerite march on the Supreme Court 03-02-2022 16:46 Representatives of the ruling party and trade unionists sympathetic to the government were present. The reaction of the opposition.
BLOOMBERG – ANALYSIS Máximo Kirchner quits Argentina Congress role in IMF protest 01-02-2022 14:21 Argentina’s tentative IMF agreement suffers a setback as Máximo Kirchner, the ruling coalition’s leader in the lower house, resigns in protest over the deal.
FRENTE DE TODOS Máximo Kirchner resigns lower house post over IMF deal 31-01-2022 21:49 Leader of the ruling coalition’s bloc in the Chamber of Deputies steps down in protest over government's new deal with IMF. President admits in a TV interview that Cristina Fernández de Kirchner "has a different view" to him.
As I see it Make or break for Argentina 28-01-2022 18:24 Most serious economists think that what Cristina and her supporters want is utter folly, that telling the IMF where to get off would have a devastating effect on the country. by James Neilson
As I see it With friends like these… 15-01-2022 00:01 Cristina’s decision, backed dutifully by Alberto, to move Argentina closer to the Latin American dictatorships that are challenging the international status quo has come at an awkward moment. by James Neilson
INTERVIEW / PERIODISMO PURO Alberto Fernández: ‘We went to extremes and lost the centrist vote’ 31-12-2021 12:47 The president granted this interview after conversing with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. He began a long interview after a day full of tension, topped by the defeat of the Budget bill in Congress. by Jorge Fontevecchia
As I see it The pros and cons of belonging 31-12-2021 11:19 The willingness of a small but significant minority of opposition politicians to let the Kirchnerite government have its way is driving the leaders of Juntos por el Cambio coalition up the wall. by James Neilson
POLITICS The end of Kirchnerism? 31-12-2021 10:55 The question of Kirchnerism’s resilience pierces the socio-political-economic ecosystem in Argentina, and will help determine the near future of the beleaguered nation. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Politics Máximo Kirchner becomes chairman of Buenos Aires Province branch of PJ 26-12-2021 12:41 La Cámpora leader Máximo Kirchner formally assumes chairmanship of the Buenos Aires Province branch of the Justicialist (Peronist) Party.
As I see it Does corruption matter? 03-12-2021 22:16 The blatant politicisation of the Judiciary does nothing to make Argentina look like a good place in which to do business. by James Neilson
IMF DEBT TALKS 'It’s not Cristina': Argentina’s VP breaks silence, pushes IMF decision to Congress 28-11-2021 08:28 Vice-president breaks her silence on a deal between Argentina and the International Monetary Fund, saying the approval will be the responsibility of the entire Congress and that a deal is not her responsibility.
As I see it Alberto in Wonderland 20-11-2021 00:00 If Alice had a world of her own, “nothing would be what it is, because everything would be what it isn’t.” In the world of Alice’s spiritual descendant, the Peronist coalition own a resounding victory in Sunday’s elections after losing in Buenos Aires Province. No doubt Alice would have approved. by James Neilson
AND THAT REMINDS ME… An epic victory, or mythical? 20-11-2021 00:00 To my mind, last Sunday’s midterms have a historic significance for reasons other than those usually given – as heralding the end of Kirchnerism (although not necessarily Peronism) and that truly impressive Senate breakthrough, doubling opposition numbers in just six years. by Michael Soltys
ELECTIONS 2021: ANALYSIS Kirchnerism renews its control of the Conurbano 15-11-2021 21:37 In Greater Buenos Aires, the ruling party increased its number of votes from the PASOs, reversing defeats Quilmes and San Martín. Opposition did manage to turn round the race in Lanús, where Juntos por el Cambio won by less than a point.
Heightened uncertainty Deep in the rabbit hole, Argentina searches for its soul 12-11-2021 22:17 Once the dust settles, Argentina will find itself deeper in the rabbit hole it has lived in for nearly a century and with even less margin than it had in the past. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Politics The Berni Headlock and the Cristina Shake 16-10-2021 00:01 Whether on purpose or not, the pan-Peronist coalition led by Alberto Fernández and Cristina Fernández de Kirchner is trying to drag the conversation away from the economic failures during their tenure in an attempt to claw back votes. by Agustino Fontevecchia
As I see it Argentina now in the danger zone 02-10-2021 00:33 In a country in which parliament calls all the shots, the fall of an unpopular government would not present any constitutional difficulties, but here things are done differently. by James Neilson
And that reminds me Can Aníbal or (is he a) cannibal? 25-09-2021 00:01 Territorial imperative reigns supreme – at least until the November midterms when it stands or falls. by Michael Soltys
Chaos In Power Vive la résistance? 24-09-2021 21:44 Minister Guzmán’s courage and President Alberto’s newfound heroism could be part of the ‘resistance’ against the onslaught of Kirchnerism within the ranks of the Frente de Todos. by Agustino Fontevecchia
PASO 2021: OPINION & ANALYSIS Facing up to defeat 14-09-2021 10:09 The defeat was logical enough, but in Argentina, the logical does not always happen. by Rosendo Fraga
OBITUARY Norberto Oyarbide, controversial former judge, dies aged 70 03-09-2021 03:13 Norberto Oyarbide was one of the most controversial judges in Argentina’s history. He died last Wednesday at the age of 70, after spending two months in hospital with double pneumonia produced by coronavirus.