Rafael Echazarreta Torres, President of the Municipal Steering Committee of the PRI in Mérida, has raised concerns about the influence of external interests in the government of Joaquín Díaz Mena. Echazarreta, a former Morena deputy, claims that groups from other states, which financially supported Díaz Mena’s campaign, are now demanding returns on their investments.
Echazarreta identifies business groups from Tabasco, Chiapas, Mexico City, Veracruz, and Quintana Roo as key players in this scenario. He resigned from Morena in February 2024, accusing Díaz Mena of intolerance and submission to economic power.
In an interview with Diario de Yucatán, Echazarreta expressed optimism about the PRI’s future, predicting a resurgence in the 2027 midterm elections and a victory in the Mérida mayoral race. He hinted at his own potential candidacy, pending party and electoral regulations.
Echazarreta also criticized Mauricio Vila Dosal, describing him as the “number one Morena member of Yucatán” and suggesting that Vila will influence the PAN candidacy in the next Mérida election, but not in favor of Cecilia Patrón Laviada for re-election.
Regarding the government of Huacho Díaz, Echazarreta warned of a lack of direction and project, emphasizing that governance cannot be based on superficial activities like ribbon-cutting ceremonies and cultural performances.
Echazarreta’s interview highlights his concerns about the current administration’s inability to generate consensus and the influence of external interest groups seeking to exploit Yucatán for their gain. He calls for a participatory society and politicians with the ability to transmit ideas and engage in meaningful dialogue.
Rafael Echazarreta Torres: A Brief Political Profile
Rafael Echazarreta Torres has a long history in legislative activities, having worked in the Congress of the Union and in the state of Hidalgo. He moved to Yucatán at the invitation of a former federal deputy and later joined the PRI, where he was elected president of its committee in Mérida two months ago.
Source: Diario de Yucatan
