Just days before the elections in Rosario,Juan Pedro Aleart, La Libertad Avanza's candidate, raises the stakes: he claims that the dispute comes down to two models for the country, one represented by Javier Milei's ideas, and the other by Kirchnerism embodied in Juan Monteverde.
In an interview with Letra P, Aleart stated: "People must vote with the truth on the table: we represent change, they represent the past and the failure of the extreme left."
A candidacy that shook up the political landscape
Aleart burst onto the scene in February with a double candidacy in Rosario—conventional and councilor—that surprised many with its reach. With a background as a television host, he achieved high levels of recognition in the city and consolidated La Libertad Avanza as a leading force in Rosario.
In April, he received the most votes as a constitutional convention delegate and gained strong support as a councilor, finishing just behind the PJ label. Now, he seeks to repeat and surpass Juan Monteverde and Carolina Labayru.
"Monteverde is Kirchnerism with Grabois, Massa, and Cristina"
Aleart doesn't hesitate to identify Monteverde as part of the Kirchnerist front, despite Ciudad Futura's leader's attempts to present himself as an independent alternative.
Juan Pedro Aleart: 'La elección en Rosario es entre Milei y la extrema izquierda'
"Monteverde is with the Movimiento Evita, with Juan Grabois, Sergio Massa, and Cristina Kirchner. It's the same recipe that sank the country. We are the opposite: we defend freedom, property, and life."
Along those lines, he pointed out that voting for his group means voting for the change represented by Milei and Bullrich, not for the continuation of political and economic failure.
National support and the "Milei effect"
The libertarian highlighted the support he has received from key figures in the national government. Patricia Bullrich, Karina Milei, and Martín Menem visited the city during the campaign. "The support is total, even if not everyone is physically present. We know they're working for every candidate in the country," he said.
When asked about Milei's absence at the Flag Day event, he replied: "He was there last year and not all presidents come every year. The important thing is that the celebration was peaceful and safe."
Security, tourism, and the role of federal forces
Aleart also valued the decrease in violence and the growth of tourism, although he attributed these advances to the national government and not to the municipality. "99% of Rosario's residents know that without the federal forces none of this would be possible. The Bandera Plan was key and it must be strengthened from the municipality."
Personal criticism and dirty politics
When asked about the personal attacks he received during the campaign, Aleart replied harshly: "I'm still the same. Those who criticize me have no proposals. They attack me because they can't debate ideas. I have thicker skin than a rhinoceros."
"Unidos is full of socialists and wants more government"
Aleart ruled out any kind of agreement with Unidos para Cambiar Santa Fe. He targeted their statist outlook and tolerance of socialism: "They want more taxes, more government, more bureaucracy. We propose exactly the opposite. Today, thinking about an agreement is impossible."
Political future: no deadlines, but with determination
Aleart clarified that he doesn't consider himself a professional politician and that his time in politics will be temporary: "I'm here to change things. Afterward, I'll return to the private sector. I love Rosario and I'll be wherever the city needs me."
Although he did not rule out future aspirations, he preferred not to make any statements in advance about a possible mayoral candidacy in 2027 or at the national level.
