{"id":152692,"date":"2025-07-01T05:17:21","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T05:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/barrionuevo-joined-his-party-and-stated-lets-aim-for-power-we-wont-settle-for-just-being-a-legislator-or-a-councilor\/"},"modified":"2025-07-01T05:17:22","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T05:17:22","slug":"barrionuevo-joined-his-party-and-stated-lets-aim-for-power-we-wont-settle-for-just-being-a-legislator-or-a-councilor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/barrionuevo-joined-his-party-and-stated-lets-aim-for-power-we-wont-settle-for-just-being-a-legislator-or-a-councilor\/","title":{"rendered":"Barrionuevo joined his party and stated, “Let’s aim for power; we won’t settle for just being a legislator or a councilor.”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Luis Barrionuevo and Mart\u00edn Redrado, at the inauguration of the Labor.ar headquarters<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The Grand Return of Luis Barrionuevo<\/h2>\n

Luis Barrionuevo<\/b> is back in the spotlight. Following a health scare that required hospitalization last October, the prominent leader of the gastronomic union recently inaugurated the offices of Labor.ar<\/b>, a political party created to empower the labor movement with more legislative representation. During the event, he made it clear that his ambitions go beyond mere representation.<\/p>\n

In his final address to an audience of approximately 30 special leaders and guests, Barrionuevo unveiled his more ambitious vision, stating, \u201cPeople have no enthusiasm; they do not tear their clothes to accompany any deputy or any councilor. Do you know where we are going? We are going for power.<\/b> At least I already like to play power. Let’s not play for a legislator or a councilor; we bet on power.<\/b>\u201d<\/p>\n

Strategic Moves at Labor.ar Headquarters<\/h2>\n

The freshly inaugurated office, located at Lima 385, which also houses the G\u00fcemes Sanatorium, served as the backdrop for Barrionuevo to introduce Mart\u00edn Redrado<\/b> as the advisor and coordinator of economic issues for Labor.ar. This strategic appointment is crucial in a time when the economic scenario in Argentina is precarious.<\/p>\n

Barrionuevo did not shy away from criticizing Javier Milei, the current president, voicing his concerns<\/b> over a recent negative report by JP Morgan that flagged issues with the Argentine economy. \u201cThe only thing the president knows is the economy. While I cannot argue, I questioned Mart\u00edn (Redrado) about why a banking giant would withdraw when we are looking to attract investment,\u201d he lamented.<\/p>\n

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Luis Barrionuevo, with Mart\u00edn Redrado, Carlos Acu\u00f1a, Hugo Ben\u00edtez, Sandra Barrionuevo, and Maia Volcovinsky<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Fostering Political Renewal and Responsibility<\/h2>\n

During his speech, Barrionuevo emphasized that \u201cPeople are tired and bored of lies.\u201d He cautioned about the political landscape, advising that \u201cMilei should not step on the tail of the lion.\u201d He described the labor movement as the \u201clions\u201d that need understanding and involvement. \u201cWith just 1%, it is insufficient. We need a candidate who falls in love with our cause and excites us to keep working,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

He articulated his vision for a unified General Confederation of Labor, suggesting, \u201cWe need to seek a new leader of the CGT, one leader<\/b>, not three. With one, you can achieve a lot. We must choose well and understand the current trade union model.\u201d Barrionuevo affirmed that their endurance through challenges is strategic, underscoring the union’s ongoing presence and influence.<\/p>\n

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Mart\u00edn Redrado delivered copies of his book “Federal Argentina” to those attending the act of work.ar<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Redrado\u2019s Economic Insights<\/h2>\n

Meanwhile, Redrado took the opportunity to distribute copies of his book, “Federal Argentina,”<\/b> which he wrote alongside industrial leader Jos\u00e9 Urtubey<\/b>. He explained that the book aims to resonate with the challenges of \u201ca productive path that Argentina needs to develop more and better employment, more and better production, and more and better salaries for all workers.\u201d<\/b> He urged collaboration, proclaiming, \u201cThese are concrete ideas for Argentina\u2019s debate in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

Redrado articulated the vision of Labor.ar<\/b> as a foundational effort for a future that guarantees production and employment for all Argentinians.<\/p>\n

Voices of the Labor Movement<\/h2>\n

The inaugural event featured prominent voices from the labor community. Hugo Ben\u00edtez<\/b>, the president of Labor.ar and leader of the Textile Workers Association (AOT), praised Barrionuevo for initiating the party and pointed to the low voter participation<\/b> as a consequence of political errors across the spectrum. \u201cPeople do not want to vote because they feel it\u2019s always more of the same,\u201d he declared.<\/p>\n

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Hugo Ben\u00edtez, Carlos Acu\u00f1a, and Luis Barrionuevo<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Among other participants were notable figures such as CGT co-head Carlos Acu\u00f1a<\/b>, Daniel Vila from Load and Download, and many others from various sectors, all echoing Barrionuevo’s call for renewed political engagement and the establishment of a party that prioritizes the labor movement.<\/p>\n

The invigorating atmosphere surrounding the opening of Labor.ar is a reflection of the desire for substantial political changes within Argentina’s labor landscape. The message is clear: the workers are rallying for a voice and they hope that this new organization will serve as the platform for their aspirations and rights.<\/p>\n


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