Hoy por hoy: Mujica: coherencia hasta el final del 14 de mayo de 2025 | La Prensa Panamá


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José Mujica's Life and Legacy

José 'Pepe' Mujica, born May 20, 1935, passed away on May 13, 2025, at the age of 89. He was a former guerrilla fighter, president of Uruguay (2010-2015), and a symbol of austerity and ethical leadership in Latin American politics.

Key Aspects of his Presidency and Life

Mujica lived a life of humility and commitment, rejecting privileges and donating most of his presidential salary. His simple life in his chacra (farm) in Montevideo became a symbol of his distinct leadership style.

  • He championed significant reforms, including the legalization of abortion, same-sex marriage, and cannabis regulation.
  • He was known for his honesty and constructive criticism, even within his own party.
  • His leadership provided a model of ethical politics, emphasizing dissent without hatred and governance without self-serving actions.

Mujica's legacy underscores the importance of strong convictions and life-long consistency in strengthening democracy.

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José Pepe Mujica, nacido el 20 de mayo de 1935, murió este 13 de mayo de 2025 a los 89 años, dejando una huella singular en la política latinoamericana.

Exguerrillero, expresidente y símbolo de la austeridad, vivió como predicó: con humildad y compromiso. Rechazó privilegios, donó la mayor parte de su salario y convirtió su chacra en Montevideo en símbolo de un liderazgo distinto, uno que se alinea con lo que dice y con lo que hace.

Durante su presidencia (2010–2015), lideró reformas profundas como la legalización del aborto, el matrimonio igualitario y la regulación del cannabis. Pero su legado va más allá de lo legislativo: supo señalar errores, incluso dentro de su propio partido, sin sacrificar la honestidad intelectual ni la crítica constructiva.

En tiempos de cinismo, Mujica demostró que se puede hacer política desde la ética. Que se puede disentir sin odiar. Que se puede gobernar sin servirse. Su ejemplo recuerda que la democracia se fortalece con convicciones firmes y coherencia vital.

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