In a strategic move to reshape the political landscape of Northern Argentina, La Libertad Avanza has confirmed Lisandro Catalán as its candidate for Governor of Tucumán for the May 9, 2027 elections. Backed by President Javier Milei, Catalán proposes a radical 'shock plan' to overhaul the province's administrative and fiscal structures, aiming for unprecedented efficiency.

A New Vision for the 'Garden of the Republic'

According to reports from the news outlet La Voz, the National Board of La Libertad Avanza (LLA)—the libertarian party led by President Javier Milei—has ratified the candidacy of Lisandro Catalán. Catalán, currently the party president in the province and former national Minister of the Interior during 2025, is set to run for the governorship of Tucumán.

Context for International Readers: Tucumán is a key province in Northern Argentina, known for its citrus production and deep-rooted political structures. The upcoming elections on May 9, 2027, will be 'decoupled' (meaning provincial elections happen separately from national ones), setting the stage for a direct clash between Catalán and the current governor, Osvaldo Jaldo, who is expected to seek re-election.

🚀 The "Starting Point" Program

Catalán's platform focuses on a deep structural reform to modernize the state. Key pillars include:

  • 🔹 Cabinet Slashing: A proposal to reduce the number of ministries from 9 down to just 4 to eliminate bureaucracy.
  • 🔹 Zero-Based Budgeting: A fiscal technique where every single expense must be justified from scratch each year, rather than simply adjusting the previous year's budget.
  • 🔹 Legislative Austerity: Capping the expenditure of the provincial Legislature at 1% of the total provincial budget.
  • 🔹 Transparency: Introducing a Single Paper Ballot (Boleta Única) to simplify voting and eliminate outdated political alliances.

⚡ Fiscal Shock Plan

To jumpstart the local economy, the candidate proposes aggressive tax cuts to attract investment:

Tax / Measure Proposed Action
Gross Income Tax (Banks) Elimination
Stamp Tax (Impuesto de Sellos) Elimination
Public Health Tax Elimination
Rates for 76 Activities Reduction

🏛️ Political Landscape and Legal Hurdles

This move is part of a broader strategy by La Libertad Avanza to align with other friendly governors, such as Leandro Zdero (Chaco) and Alfredo Cornejo (Mendoza), creating a coordinated front against traditional Peronism in the provinces.

However, the road to 2027 might have obstacles. Reports indicate that Lisandro Catalán and Deputy Federico Pelli face a legal complaint filed by councilman Mauricio Argiró, alleging potential fraud related to electoral addresses in the city of Yerba Buena.

Original Source: La Voz