Kicillof Urges Humility for Hard Kirchnerism After Tense Encounter

Buenos Aires Governor Axel Kicillof addressed internal tensions within Peronism during an event for his Right to the Future Movement, specifically launching a new space for Women and Diversities. The speech followed a contentious incident in La Plata where militants demanded he advocate for former President Cristina Kirchner’s freedom. Kicillof called for greater humility among party members, urging them to stop giving lessons on social media and to avoid wasting time on internal disputes. He emphasized that women have been the vanguard of resistance against President Javier Milei’s administration, highlighting their role in rejecting current policies at the polls. While criticizing Milei’s government for unemployment and authoritarianism, Kicillof stressed the need to build a national force without centralized control. Despite the earlier friction, the event proceeded smoothly with supporters chanting for his presidency. He concluded by invoking key Peronist figures, including Cristina Kirchner, signaling an attempt to balance criticism of hardline factions with adherence to broader movement unity.