How Together for Peru evolved from a coalition into a major left-wing political force
In short: Founded in 2017, Together for Peru has navigated complex electoral cycles, internal ideological fractures, and high-stakes alliances. From its origins as a rebranded humanist party to its role in the Castillo administration, the organization represents a significant, if often controversial, pillar of the Peruvian left-wing political landscape.
Together for Peru, or Juntos por el Perú, emerged in 2017 as a coalition that officially registered as a party by adopting the registration of the Peruvian Humanist Party. This strategic maneuver allowed the group to bypass the requirement of registering each individual member party. Alongside the Broad Front, it remains one of the largest active left-wing coalitions in the country. The party’s platform is rooted in democratic socialism, advocating for decentralization, environmental sustainability, and a shift away from the existing constitution, which members argue has entrenched poverty and inequality.
The party's electoral journey has been marked by both growth and significant setbacks. In the 2020 snap congressional elections, it failed to cross the electoral threshold, securing 4.8% of the vote. By 2021, however, the coalition gained momentum, with presidential nominee Verónika Mendoza securing 7.9% of the vote and the party winning five congressional seats. Following the election, the coalition became a junior partner in the government of Pedro Castillo, with party president Roberto Sánchez serving as Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism. This association later drew criticism following Castillo's attempted self-coup in December 2022.
Internal stability has remained a persistent challenge. Following the 2021 elections, the party faced significant factional disputes and resignations. Controversies have also emerged regarding the party's stance on the Venezuelan government, with some members expressing pro-Maduro views while others, including Mendoza, explicitly labeled the regime a dictatorship. The 2026 general election further intensified these tensions; after Roberto Sánchez was defeated by Keiko Fujimori, he alleged electoral fraud and called for protests. These claims were rejected by international observers from the United States, the European Union, and domestic authorities, who found no evidence of irregularities impacting the final outcome.
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