INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The recent withdrawal of Leonidas Iza, president of the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE), from the upcoming
Henry Allan spoke with the Sputnik outlet to provide insights into this situation.On June 2, Iza renounced his presidential candidacy for
(Photo Internet reproduction)According to local media, this decision highlights a conflict with Marlon Santi, the current leader of the
indigenous party, who is accused of misappropriating it.Henry Allan argued that this dispute involves significant ideological tensions
communities in Ecuador, functioning outside the political party system
political representation.Until recently, CONAIE maintained tight control over its political wing
However, a divide emerged in 2012 when a faction emphasizing ethnic identity over class struggle began to gain prominence within
Pachakutik.While this faction focuses on advocating for cultural differences and a pluricultural, multidiverse nation, Allan warned that it
had neglected structural demands such as agrarian reform and wealth distribution.This faction, currently led by Marlon Santi, has frequently
election.However, within CONAIE, a faction has emerged in recent years, led by Leonidas Iza, embracing Marxist principles and emphasizing
Quishpe, another Pachakutik-linked pre-candidate, both out of the running, Allan expressed skepticism over the possibility of an indigenous
presidential candidacy.He posited that the risk of damaging the prestige of the indigenous movement might deter this faction, allied with
Allan said.Instead, Allan suggested that the focus would likely be on securing significant representation in the assembly, particularly in
indigenous-majority provinces.He concluded that the likely final stance would be to allow their members to vote freely among the existing
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