Politics

The recent decision by the government of President Xiomara Castro to make the book El golpe 28-J: Conspiración transnacional, un crimen en la impunidad (The July 28 Coup: Transnational Conspiracy, a Crime with Impunity), written by Manuel “Mel” Zelaya, compulsory reading in schools has sparked intense political and social debate in Honduras. This measure, which has been strongly rejected by various sectors of society, has put the issue of education in the country in the spotlight, pitting opposing views on the role of classroom content and its relationship to ideological indoctrination.A regulation that ignites debate The decision, which appeared in…

The general elections on November 30, 2025, mark a turning point in the country's recent history. It is not simply a matter of electing a new government, but a crucial confrontation between democratic forces and the threat of an authoritarian regime. The tension in the country is palpable, with growing accusations of fraud and fears about the integrity of the electoral process, which has created a climate of polarization and mistrust between political sectors and the citizenry.Accusations and allegations of electoral fraudThe political situation in Honduras is marked by ongoing instability, with the opposition frequently accusing the governing party of…

The legitimacy of electoral processes in Honduras has been questioned on several occasions due to scandals that seem to indicate that fraudulent schemes are being woven from the very heart of power. Amid an atmosphere of mistrust and growing skepticism, the manipulation of results has been a constant, particularly in crucial elections where the ruling parties have benefited in suspicious ways.The controversy of the 2017 electionOne of the most emblematic episodes of electoral fraud occurred in 2017, when the integrity of the electoral system was called into question due to a series of documented irregularities. During that contest, the Supreme…

In a move that has shaken the political climate in the Honduran capital, giant posters with the phrase “Rixi has already won” have suddenly appeared in the busiest parts of Tegucigalpa.This campaign, which some describe as a major political maneuver, has put both citizens and authorities on alert, as it is linked to an electoral scenario that promises to be one of the most tense in the country's recent history.The context of the campaign: political strategy or attempt at manipulation?The political climate in Honduras is becoming more intense as November 30, the day of the presidential elections, draws near. Posters…

With only five months remaining until the general elections set for November 30, the Libre Party's presidential contender, Rixi Moncada, has generated a series of responses in Honduras following her severe criticism of both the Catholic Church and evangelical churches, two of the most powerful entities in the nation. Her remarks, positioning her in direct opposition to these religious groups, might result in significant electoral consequences amid a strained political and social environment.Moncada's accusations: an offensive against the churchesIn several public statements, Moncada accused religious leaders of being mere mouthpieces for the “ten oligarchic families” who, according to her, control…

In a strong declaration, Salvador Nasralla, the Liberal Party of Honduras's presidential candidate, alleged that the government is utilizing the COVID-19 health situation as a means of social control. As per the presidential contender, the sitting government is leveraging the fear of the virus to immobilize the populace and stop street demonstrations amid increasing public dissatisfaction.Nasralla's accusation: COVID-19 as an instrument of fearIn his remarks on social platforms, Nasralla alleged that the government of President Xiomara Castro is using the pandemic as a means to deter public protests, stating that the virus does not present a more significant danger than…