Patricio Quisbert has been elected as the novel president of Chile’s Partido de la Gente (PDG) following internal elections held on April 25, 2026. The victory came after a closely contested race against Zandra Parisi, a sitting deputy and leader of the competing “Lista A” slate. Quisbert, who headed “Lista B,” secured a preliminary win that was acknowledged by the party’s outgoing president, Rodrigo Vattuone, according to multiple verified reports from Chilean media outlets.
The internal election process, conducted digitally, was marked by low voter participation among the party’s over 43,000 registered militants. Despite the turnout concerns, Quisbert emphasized that the result reflected a mandate from the party’s grassroots and regional bases. He framed his leadership as a continuation of the PDG’s strategic vision, particularly the “Proyecto 2030,” which aims to position Franco Parisi as a presidential candidate in future elections.
Quisbert’s triumph signals a shift in the party’s internal dynamics, as Lista B displaced the incumbent leadership. In his first statements following the vote, he highlighted the importance of unity and institutional maturity, praising Vattuone’s gesture of contacting him to recognize the preliminary results. “That kind of attitude reflects the maturity we need to build a serious, united party with a vision for the future,” Quisbert said, as reported by La Tercera.
The new president-elect also addressed criticisms regarding the election’s low participation, acknowledging it as a signal that the party must work to expand its reach and reconnect with militants across regions. His priorities moving forward include strengthening internal administration, increasing transparency, and fostering a more regionalist approach to party governance. These goals were echoed by Cristian Contreras, a PDG deputy, who described the new directiva as committed to being “more regionalist, transparent, and responsible with the internal administration of our party.”
Alongside Quisbert, Patricio Briones and Fabián Ossandón were elected as vice presidents under Lista B. Briones underscored the continuity of the party’s political project, stating that the goal is to achieve greater clarity by 2028 regarding Franco Parisi’s viability as a presidential contender. The outcome also influenced regional directivas, with new leadership confirmed in Coquimbo, Aysén, and Magallanes, as well as in 11 regional youth branches of the PDG.
The election results remain subject to formal ratification by the Partido de la Gente’s Tribunal Supremo. Until that confirmation, the victory is considered preliminary. Nevertheless, Quisbert has already begun framing his mandate around rebuilding trust and institutional credibility, arguing that the party must evolve into a genuine alternative for Chilean voters disillusioned with traditional politics.
Observers note that the internal renewal comes at a pivotal time for the PDG, which has sought to establish itself as a distinct force in Chile’s fragmented political landscape. The party’s ability to consolidate internal unity even as expanding its militant base will likely determine its relevance in upcoming electoral cycles, particularly as it advances its long-term strategy centered on Franco Parisi’s potential presidential bid.
As of now, no official date has been announced for the Tribunal Supremo’s ratification of the election results. Party officials have indicated that the process is underway but have not provided a timeline for completion. Supporters of Lista B continue to await the formal validation of Quisbert’s leadership, which would solidify his role in shaping the PDG’s direction over the next several years.
For ongoing updates on the Partido de la Gente’s internal developments and national political positioning, readers are encouraged to consult official party communications and reputable news sources covering Chilean affairs.
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