The internal renewal process currently underway within the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM) represents an invaluable opportunity to strengthen institutional integrity, transparency, and the trust of its membership, both in the Dominican Republic and across its international chapters. This moment should not be treated lightly or as a mere political formality, but rather as a profound exercise in democratic responsibility in which everyone has a role to play.
In this context, it is imperative that every candidate seeking to lead the party’s various structures be subjected to serious, objective, and responsible scrutiny. Party members, militants, and above all, the Dominican people, deserve to know not only the proposals, but also the history, public and private conduct, and genuine commitment to the values that define the organization, which members proudly uphold.
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Integrity, proper conduct, and a record free of conflicts with the law or society must be considered minimum and non-negotiable standards. This is not about persecution or premature judgment, but about ensuring that those who represent the PRM in all arenas are a true reflection of the ethical principles the party promotes.
To move forward and lead by example, the proposal calls on the Consensus Commission to establish a private investigative body tasked with evaluating the conduct of all candidates seeking to lead the New York chapter, particularly their trajectory over the past 30 to 40 years in the city. This approach would help ensure that no individual who could compromise the organization is allowed to infiltrate this key chapter.
The PRM’s statutes and the guidelines issued by its governing bodies, both locally and nationally, clearly define the criteria that must guide these processes. Ignoring these principles would weaken the institutional framework that has required significant effort to build.
In the specific case of the chapter that honors the legacy of Winston Arnaud in New York, the process takes on special significance. It is an active, influential community deeply engaged in Dominican political life, often referred to as “the mother of all chapters.” From this space, the call for accountability must be even stronger.
Candidate profiles should be part of the public debate in this context, and institutional and political roles must be placed under close scrutiny by those who will ultimately make the final decisions.
Evaluating leadership, trajectory, and conduct should not be interpreted as a personal attack, but rather as a legitimate exercise in accountability. Internal democracy is strengthened when questions are raised respectfully and answered with transparency.
This process, which lends itself to agreements and consensus, must be grounded in each individual’s record. Personal sympathies or circumstantial loyalties are not enough; each profile must be examined in depth.
Likewise, those aspiring to leadership positions must be open to public scrutiny. Transparency is not optional in modern politics; it is a public demand that cannot be ignored.
The PRM, as a political organization, faces the challenge of demonstrating its ability to self-regulate, correct deviations, and promote leaders of integrity. This internal process is a true test in that regard.
The Dominican community abroad deserves representatives who uphold its dignity and act with responsibility, coherence, and commitment. Personal interests must not be allowed to override the collective good.
History will judge the decisions made today. For that reason, agreements and consensus must be guided by conscience, ethics, and commitment to the country.
Finally, taking advantage of the Holy Week recess, the message calls on party members to reflect, maintain the unity that brought them to power, and continue working toward strengthening the PRM’s institutional framework.
The opportunity is clear: to do things correctly, with transparency, and with a forward-looking vision.
About the author
He serves as secretary general of the Winston Arnaud Chapter in New York of the PRM, is an architect by profession, and director of the Institute of Dominicans Abroad (INDEX-NY).
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