By San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a decisive political maneuver, Fabricio Alvarado, the presidential candidate for the New Republic party, has categorically ruled out the possibility of accepting any position within a potential government led by Laura Fernández of the Sovereign People party. The statement, made during a televised interview on Monday, signals a clear strategic effort to distance his conservative movement from the current administration and its designated successor.
Speaking on the program “Café Política,” Alvarado directly confronted perceptions that his party’s legislative bloc has operated as an extension of President Rodrigo Chaves’s government. He asserted that this was a fallacious narrative and guaranteed that New Republic would maintain its independence, especially under a new administration from the ruling party, often referred to as ‘oficialismo’. This declaration is seen by analysts as a foundational move to consolidate his own base and attract voters seeking a distinct alternative.
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Alvarado’s focus, he insisted, is not on cabinet positions or political alliances but on an outright victory in the upcoming general elections. He expressed confidence in his party’s ability to secure the presidency and significantly expand its presence in the Legislative Assembly, with the ultimate goal of becoming the majority faction. He directly appealed to the electorate to evaluate his platform and his team’s readiness to lead.
Without a doubt, no. My objective is to win the elections, my objective is to bring a good number of deputies to the Legislative Assembly, hopefully our legislative bloc will be the majority. And to the Costa Ricans, I ask that you consider, that you study, that you look at our government plan, that you look at our proposals, that you realize that, as a party and as a candidate, you are looking at people who have acquired experience and have acquired the maturity to govern this country.
Fabricio Alvarado, Presidential Candidate for Nueva República
The candidate further elaborated on his unwavering commitment to his own party’s vision for Costa Rica. He stressed that his current campaign strategy does not entertain any scenario where he would be part of a government other than one led by New Republic. He framed this as a matter of principle, consistent with his approach in previous electoral contests where he did not achieve victory.
What we intend to demonstrate to Costa Rica today is that we are ready to govern and, in that same vein, my focus is not even on imagining myself within a government that is not from New Republic; that is not my focus. I did not do it that way when I participated on past occasions and we did not win, and I will not do it now.
Fabricio Alvarado, Presidential Candidate for Nueva República
This assertive positioning creates a clear demarcation between New Republic and the Sovereign People party, which is widely seen as the vehicle for the continuation of the current government’s policies under Fernández. By drawing this line in the sand, Alvarado is forcing a choice upon voters who may have previously seen the two conservative movements as tacitly aligned. It is a high-stakes gamble to redefine his political identity separate from the ‘chavista’ movement.
During the interview, Alvarado also addressed a sensitive legal matter, a complaint of alleged sexual abuse filed against him. He was unequivocal in stating that he would not seek to use potential immunity as a shield to prevent the case from proceeding through the judicial system. This statement appears intended to proactively address a potential point of attack from his political rivals and reassure voters of his commitment to accountability.
Alvarado’s forceful rejection of any coalition with the ruling party’s successor reshapes the political landscape. It signals the end of any assumed alliances and heralds a more competitive and fragmented electoral race. As the campaign season intensifies, this declaration will likely force other parties and candidates to clarify their own positions relative to the major conservative factions vying for control of the nation.
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About Partido Pueblo Soberano:
Partido Pueblo Soberano (Sovereign People Party) is a Costa Rican political party that serves as the electoral platform for the ‘oficialismo’ movement aligned with the administration of President Rodrigo Chaves. It supports candidate Laura Fernández and champions a platform focused on continuing the current government’s policies, emphasizing anti-corruption measures and challenging established political structures.
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About Teletica:
Televisora de Costa Rica S.A., known as Teletica, is a leading private television broadcaster in Costa Rica. It operates several channels, including its flagship Channel 7, and is a primary source of news, sports, and entertainment programming for the nation. Its news division and political programs, such as “Café Política,” are influential platforms in the country’s public discourse.
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About Bufete de Costa Rica:
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