Costa Rica's former president, Oscar Arias Sánchez, has renounced his puesto vitalicio in the Directorio Politico of the Partido Liberación Nacional (PLN), a movement that reflects a generational shift within the group. In a letter addressed to the general secretary of the PLN, Miguel Guillén, Arias underlines the importance of the space reserved for new leaders, stating that “the future of a country depends on what the new leaders have always ordered the state to do”.
Reflections on leadership
Arias, who was president on two occasions, noted that it was fundamental to work together and that only the tyrants clung to power. In his message, I expressed concern for the quality of politics in the country, pointing out that “if we do not acknowledge that the most capable, the most prepared, the most honest participate in political life, we are in the game of sustainability”. misma de our democratic system”.
Waivers in the PLN
Arias' resignation came a week after another ex-president, José María Figueres, also announced his exit as Political Director of the PLN, using similar arguments about the need for renewal in the world. From this moment, former PLN presidents have a guaranteed place in the Political Director, although they occasionally designate a representative.
Awards and legacy
Miguel Guillén, upon learning of Arias' decision, expressed his recognition of her trajectory, pointing out that her voluntary ascension to the Directorio Politico Nacional is a significant moment for both the party and the country. Guillén said that Arias was a source of inspiration for the Costarricenses, referring to his Nobel de la Paz and his tireless search for a better world.
Change in PLN
In addition to the resignations of Arias and Figueres, the PLN has seen that other leaders, such as Johnny Araya and Antonio Álvarez Desanti, have decided not to participate in the presidential career until 2026. This context suggests a moment of transformation within the party, where we try to give life to new generations who can face the background of the future.
Oscar Arias' resignation from the Directorio Político of the PLN marks a blow in the history of the party and the country. His call for the renewal of politics and the improvement of political quality resonates with the need to adapt Costa Rica politics to current challenges, demonstrating the importance of allowing new voices and leaders to smile in the political landscape.
