Author Nicolás Velarde Freundt reflects on the responsibility of voting in an increasingly complex electoral context. Warning about the danger of “electoral snobbery,” he argues that it is crucial to choose candidates with a vision for the common good, rather than being swayed by personal convictions or distrust in the system. Political conversations, especially among those who have had access to higher education, tend to take on a light tone, where humor becomes a shield against the seriousness of the debate. However, this attitude can be dangerous, as it allows the proliferation of options that seem designed for mockery and fosters cynicism among those who refuse to participate in the electoral process.
Velarde categorized the electoral options into three groups: those competing for the second round, those seeking to surpass the electoral threshold, and those who already seem out of the race. He pointed out that a conscious vote is not just about satisfying our preferences, but about acting in the country’s best interest, preventing less supported parties from benefiting from electoral apathy. Finally, he quoted Ortega y Gasset: “The clear-headed man is the one who frees himself from all those ghostly ideas and takes charge of the fact that everything in it is problematic.” This premise invites everyone to make an informed and responsible decision in the upcoming elections.
