2024-11-02 18:56:00
The National Council of the Radical Civic Union (UCR) was vandalized this Saturday in Buenos Aires.
Five people entered the building and destroyed the presidential office, a statement reported. Martin LaustowThey destroyed furniture, computers, rummaged through binders, files and documents, then left without stealing anything.
“The men were recorded on surveillance cameras. They entered through a neighboring building at around 1.30am this Saturday,” they said. They added: “One of the attackers was left on the pavement like a clock while the others worked on rummaging through boxes and vans, destroying everything they found in the main office, leaving two laptops, office supplies and other work materials behind on the floor.
They broke into Martin Lousteau’s office at UC Riverside headquarters: They destroyed furniture and went through folders.
Denial of violence
The UCR denies this unprecedented attack on the headquarters of its main party and demands that the facts be quickly clarified and those responsible identified, which is why it has filed a judicial complaint.
The UCR National Committee is located at 1786 Alsina Street, 100 meters from the National Congress.
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**Interview with Martín Lousteau on Recent Vandalism of UCR Headquarters in Buenos Aires**
**Interviewer:** Good evening, Senator Martín Lousteau. Thank you for joining us today. We want to discuss the recent vandalism incident at the National Council of the Radical Civic Union (UCR) in Buenos Aires. Can you share your initial thoughts on what transpired?
**Martín Lousteau:** Good evening, and thank you for having me. This incident is deeply troubling. We witnessed a group of individuals unlawfully entering our headquarters, vandalizing property, and creating chaos in the presidential office. It’s a clear sign of a troubling trend where political discourse is being overshadowed by violence and disrespect for institutions.
**Interviewer:** The assailants reportedly destroyed furniture and rummaged through documents but didn’t steal anything. What does this suggest to you about their intentions?
**Martín Lousteau:** Their actions seem more symbolic than opportunistic. It appears they wanted to send a message rather than engage in theft. Such destructive behavior undermines our political system and brings into question the motives behind these extreme actions. We must focus on constructive dialogue rather than resorting to vandalism.
**Interviewer:** In light of this incident, how do you think it will impact the UCR’s role in Argentine politics going forward?
**Martín Lousteau:** Incidents like this can galvanize support for our cause. It’s important for us to stand firm in our beliefs and principles. While such violence is meant to intimidate, it can also inspire a stronger collective response and engagement from our supporters. We need to reinforce our identity and values in the political landscape.
**Interviewer:** what steps do you think should be taken to prevent such incidents in the future?
**Martín Lousteau:** We need to ensure better security measures at political sites and promote a culture of respect for all political institutions. Furthermore, it’s crucial that we address the underlying discontent that leads to such actions through dialogue and understanding. Engaging with citizens and addressing their concerns will play a significant role in reducing tensions.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Senator Lousteau, for sharing your insights on this unfortunate situation. We hope to see constructive solutions arise from such challenges.
**Martín Lousteau:** Thank you for the opportunity to discuss this important issue.
