Colorado Party Senator Carlos Liseras admitted that the failures at the Social Security Institute (IPS) are a source of concern for everyone in the ruling party. In an interview, he acknowledged that the problems at the social security institution are long-standing and that there are serious situations that need to be corrected.
However, Liseras avoided commenting specifically on the accusations that the IPS adjusted its rules to continue favoring Ueno Bank, of which President Santiago Peña was a partner. Instead, he attributed the deficiencies to poor management by previous administrations, including Colorado governments and even the presidency of Fernando Lugo, which ended 18 years ago.
The lawmaker, who is about to leave his Senate seat for Gustavo Leite, also spoke about his work on the National Gaming Commission (Conajzar), where he stated he increased revenue, benefiting the budget of the Directorate of Charity and Social Aid (Diben). He said he does not know if he will be reappointed to the position by President Peña.
Liseras also commented on the political landscape, stating that the opposition is forcing the unification of candidacies out of fear of the unity demonstrated by the Colorado Party. He predicted that the municipal elections on October 4th will serve as a barometer of public opinion on the government.