José Antonio Kast Destrozó A Boric Frente A Periodista Por Su Desconexión Con La Realidad

In a recent interview on the radio show "Ciudadano Político" hosted by Chris Portugal, former presidential candidate and leader of the Republican Party, José Antonio Kast, shared his thoughts on Gabriel Borich's government, as well as various current political issues affecting the country. Kast noted that Borich is clearly disconnected from the reality of the problems facing the most vulnerable people in Chile. Although Borich occasionally attempts to address these issues, such as when he spoke out against delinquency and promised to take action, he quickly becomes disconnected from the situation. Kast criticized a particular incident where Borich traveled to the northern region of Chile to show solidarity with its citizens, who were facing violence from criminal gangs. However, upon returning to the central region, he proceeded to pardon criminals, showing a clear inconsistency in his approach. This disconnect demonstrated Borich's inability to understand and effectively address the challenges faced by the country.

A Disastrous Government

Kast expressed his disappointment in the current government, stating that he never imagined it would be so disastrous. He recalled encountering Borich, along with Jordi Jackson and Camila Vallejo, during their time as members of parliament. At that moment, Kast could not have predicted that these individuals would rise to power, and he believed that a poorly performing government might lead to a more left-leaning leadership, as he had mentioned in a seminar back in 2017. Kast's criticism of Borich's government stems from its failure to live up to expectations. He mentioned the unexpected decision made by Sebastián Piñera to hand over the Constitution, a move that Kast strongly opposed. Looking at the day-to-day operations of the government, Kast concluded that Borich remains disconnected from the reality and struggles of the Chilean people. Kast questioned whether the people surrounding Borich were effectively conveying the urgent needs of the country to him.

Borich's Disconnect from Reality

Kast described several incidents that exemplify Borich's disconnection from reality. He pointed out that Borich often seemed to still view himself as a member of parliament, not as the leader of the nation. Kast highlighted Borich's tendency to prioritize personal interests, such as reading poetry, over addressing issues such as delinquency or visiting areas affected by natural disasters. Kast argued that Borich played different roles depending on the situation, sometimes attempting to present himself as a rockstar or an idealized figure like Uruguay's former president, José Mujica. However, Kast believed that Borich failed to truly connect with the responsibilities of his position and the harsh realities faced by the country.

The Failure of Borich's Leadership

Despite Borich's repeated attempts to portray himself as a leader who cares about the country's issues and possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to address them, his actions have proved otherwise. Borich is not only inexperienced in what it takes to be a successful president, but he has also displayed questionable attitudes and gestures, even on a moral level. Kast mentioned Borich's insulting and demeaning remarks towards the police and military forces of Chile as one example. These incidents, along with many others, contribute to a lack of confidence in Borich's leadership. It is clear that the quality of Borich's management is hindering the effective governance of the country. Despite potential changes in his cabinet, the situation is unlikely to improve significantly before the end of his term, which still has three years remaining.

In conclusion, José Antonio Kast's assessment of Gabriel Borich's government reflects a fundamental disconnect between the president and the reality of the challenges facing the country. Borich's inconsistent actions, lack of experience, and questionable attitudes have contributed to a decline in confidence in his leadership. Without significant improvements in the quality of management, it is unlikely that the country's situation will change drastically in the remaining years of Borich's term.