La Derecha Diario The ultra-communist Jara criticizes capitalism but defends her right to own an iPhone.
The presidential candidate from the Communist Party justified her assets and caused criticism for her statements
Amid the process of political definitions ahead of the 2026 presidential elections, Communist Party candidate Jeannette Jara once again made her position clear during her participation in the "Proposals for Chile 2026-2030" seminar, organized by Clapes UC.
In a speech that was not without controversy, the former minister addressed criticism regarding her personal assets and questioned what she defined as prejudices against those who are part of communism.
"Contrary to what some people think, communists don't have to do poorly in life. We also have the right to own an iPhone", the candidate stated, responding to rumors about alleged assets abroad. "I have my assets, yes. And I'm happy about that" she added, defending her economic situation.
The statements caused a wide response on social media and in the political world, since they touch on a sensitive point: the contrast between the Communist Party's rhetoricand the lifestyle of its leaders.
From different sectors, it has been pointed out that these statements reflect a contradiction between the absurd egalitarian discourse promoted by the Communist Party and the economic reality of its main figures.
During her speech, Jara also dedicated part of her message to questioning the right, with special emphasis on candidate Evelyn Matthei, whom she criticized for her recent statements about the 1973 coup d'état. "I imagine that maybe the tax, constitutional discussion and the turmoil we've experienced as a country haven't pleased (national investors), for the same reasons that now lead them to tell the right that if there's no single list, there's no money", she said, targeting business leaders and the opposition.
However, Jara's words continue to draw attention due to the evident contradiction between the communist discourse that promotes supposed equality and austerity, and her own justification for possessing luxury goods.
Defending communist militancy by referring to the ownership of an iPhone seems to reduce the political debate to a superficial gesture.
Jara not only exposes the inconsistencies of communism, but also leaves open the question of whether her political project seeks to transform the country or simply adapt to the same comforts she criticizes in others.
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