Reactions to Internal Measures and Pressures
The week of Espot’s ‘international tour’ has not managed to calm the waters, but has generated various reactions and internal tensions within the party. During this tour, several representatives of the party have met with each other and with various groups to assess the reactions to the measures of the shock plan on housing and sustainable growth. These meetings have also highlighted internal pressures, as some members of the party are unhappy with the proposed actions and there is even a feeling of betrayal in some sections of the Democratic establishment.
Lack of Acceptance and Internal Division
Despite the seminars and forums where it had been pointed out that the path could be the one announced twenty days ago, the majority of party agents were not aware of the decisions taken and were not consulted. This has generated a lack of acceptance and a very high internal division within the democratic project. In addition, the head of government and democratic leader has received criticism, evidencing a significant fracture within the party.
Internal Attrition and Discontent
The maneuver of launching a probe balloon to assess reactions has proved excessively risky, generating immense internal attrition. This has caused widespread discontent, with Democratic businessmen placing Espot and his team on the far left, and many party bodies and officials finding the way the measures have been communicated and implemented deplorable.
Internal Meetings to Assess the Situation
Faced with this situation, Espot has convened all the parties in a meeting to assess the situation. The head of government is looking for unapologetic support to silence criticism and close ranks, although he is aware that he will have to face significant criticism. The bottom line is whether Espot will accept the mistakes and internal criticism or maintain its unchanged position, which will determine the recomposition or the accentuation of the internal division.
Uncertain future
The uncertainty about the future of Espot and the Democratic Party is obvious. If changes occur and an attitude more open to self-criticism is shown, the division may be temporarily mended. Otherwise, internal and external pressure could intensify, putting the Democratic president in a compromised position.
