In Neiba, Bahoruco province, PLD leaders organized a potluck dinner to commemorate the 52nd anniversary of the Dominican Liberation Party. The event brought together local Central Committee members, who emphasized the need to preserve the foundational values of the PLD and boost party unity in times of national reorganization.
Atmosphere of fraternity and reflection in Neiba
The potluck dinner in Neiba served as a space to renew militant commitment. Participants highlighted how activities like this strengthen the peledeísta identity and consolidate political work in Bahoruco. In a context of electoral challenges, the PLD seeks to reaffirm its presence in the region.
Key statements from PLD leaders
“On its 52nd Anniversary, the PLD is growing and strengthening in this province. The PLD transformed the country during its years in government and is ready to reconquer its space as the largest party in the country; the PLD is ready to win in all scenarios in Bahoruco Province”.
— Luis Bartolo, peledeísta leader.
Luis Bartolo Batista, along with Erick Pérez, Manuel Paula, Manuel Ernesto Paula, Ángel Rosario, and José Darío Cepeda, shared a moment in an atmosphere of fraternity. They recalled the historical trajectory of the PLD, founded in 1973 by Juan Bosch, which has governed the Dominican Republic in multiple periods and boasts a militant base of more than 1.5 million members according to recent internal party data.
Historical context of the PLD and its role in Bahoruco
The 52nd anniversary of the PLD comes after the 2024 congressional and municipal elections, where the party positioned itself as the main opposition. In Bahoruco, the PLD has gained ground in Neiba, with local victories that reflect its deep roots. Statistics from the Superior Electoral Court indicate that the PLD won close to 35% of the votes in the province in past elections, outperforming rivals in several municipalities.
Challenges and strengthening of the PLD in Neiba
- Internal unity: The potluck dinner addresses post-2020 divisions, promoting discipline.
- Closeness with the base: Emphasis on direct contact with militants in Neiba.
- Electoral preparation: Vision of national reconquest starting from Bahoruco.
Political experts point out that events like this potluck dinner in Neiba are key for the PLD, which is planning primaries in 2026. Bahoruco province, with its rural dynamics, represents a strategic stronghold. Local leaders agree that the PLD in Neiba is ready to expand its influence while maintaining its transformative legacy.
This commemoration in Neiba underlines the vigor of the PLD, ready for future challenges in Bahoruco and beyond.