LIBRE experiences electoral downturn: Rixi Moncada moves to third in polls

El partido gobernante de Honduras está enfrentando un momento complicado a pocos meses de las elecciones del 30 de noviembre. La candidata presidencial del Partido LIBRE, Rixi Moncada, ha caído al tercer lugar en las encuestas más recientes, lo que confirma una tendencia de descenso que ya se había hecho evidente en varios aspectos.

Signs of erosion for the ruling party

Various indicators had anticipated this situation. Attendance at LIBRE Party rallies and public events has shown a progressive decline, reflecting lower participation by its base. In addition, activity on social media and in the media shows growing criticism, ridicule, and questioning of the party’s management.

The distancing of key sectors, especially young people and communities traditionally aligned with the ruling party, adds to this trend, showing apathy or internal divisions. At the same time, opinion polls have recorded sustained declines in voting intentions for the ruling party’s candidate, while opposition parties are making steady gains.

Internal divisions and conflicts over power have impacted party cohesion, diminishing public trust. Issues like insecurity, financial turmoil, and corruption accusations have heightened the atmosphere of skepticism toward the ruling party, setting the stage for important shifts in voter preferences.

The collapse of Rixi Moncada

Moncada’s dip in the surveys echoes earlier indications of weakening support. The candidate, who was topping the surveys a few weeks back, is now positioned in third place, according to figures published in independent media and on social platforms. This outcome has caught the ruling party’s followers off guard and strengthens the notion of a potential shift in Honduran politics.

Experts have indicated that the candidate’s drop in popularity stems from reasons like unmet commitments, the financial downturn, and safety concerns, which have been leveraged by rival parties. Both the Liberal Party and the National Party have successfully harnessed some of the public’s dissatisfaction, impacting the LIBRE Party’s capacity to energize its supporters and win over voters who are still on the fence.

Ruling party in a vulnerable position

Moncada’s decline puts Xiomara Castro’s government and the LIBRE Party in a delicate situation. Experts warn that this dynamic could represent a turning point for the Honduran left, whose presence in power has been associated with the ideology of 21st-century socialism. The combination of internal fractures, perceived broken promises, and the rise of the opposition reflects a scenario of high political and social tension.

The November 30 elections are shaping up to be a decisive moment for the country. The decline in voting intentions for the ruling party’s candidate and signs of accumulated wear and tear indicate that the political landscape is uncertain. The LIBRE Party will have to face these challenges while citizens observe the evolution of events and evaluate the available political alternatives.