Jeannete Jara

Jeannete Jara is a Chilean politician and the candidate of a broad progressive coalition, which includes the Communist Party and the Christian Democrats. At 51 years old, she emerged as a prominent figure in the recent presidential election, securing the highest percentage of votes in the first round with 26.9%. Jara has championed significant social reforms, including increasing the minimum wage and advocating for pension reforms and a reduced workweek. As the sole candidate from a diverse coalition, she seeks to address the challenges posed by the rising right-wing sentiment in Chile, particularly amid concerns regarding security and economic inequality.