# October 17 and the PJ-Peronist labyrinth

> Peronists weigh Javier Milei's policies against ex-president Macri as they prepare for 2027 elections.
- Title: October 17 and the PJ-Peronist labyrinth · Buenos Aires Times
- Summary: Peronists weigh Javier Milei's policies against ex-president Macri as they prepare for 2027 elections. Peronists plan to review Milei's investment projects…
- Keywords: argentina, peronism, javier milei, máximo kirchner, gerardo zamora, cristina fernández de kirchner, kicillof, pasos, rigi, economy, news, politics
- Source: Buenos Aires Times — https://batimes.com.ar/news/opinion-and-analysis/october-17-and-the-pj-peronist-labyrinth.phtml
- Author: Jorge Fontevecchia
- Published: 2026-10-18T12:15:39+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: argentina, peronism, javier milei, máximo kirchner, gerardo zamora, cristina fernández de kirchner, kicillof, pasos, rigi, economy, news, politics
## Máximo Kirchner interview
National deputy Máximo Kirchner discussed reviewing Milei's investment projects if his party returns to power.

> whatever needs to be expropriated, we will expropriate
## Peronist preference for Milei over Macri
Peronists view President Javier Milei as more efficient than ex-president Mauricio Macri.
## Shared anti-democratic genes
Many Argentines share Peronist views on efficiency over democracy.
## RIGI project review
Peronists plan to review all investment projects under Milei's RIGI scheme if they return to power.
## Quintela's expropriation stance
La Rioja Province Governor Ricardo Quintela warned investors about potential expropriations.

> whatever needs to be expropriated, we will expropriate
## Sergio Massa's warning
Sergio Massa warned Quintela to moderate his remarks to avoid national Peronist backlash.
## Cristina's potential candidacy
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner may run as a testimonial candidate for the 2027 election.
## Zamora's electoral strength
Gerardo Zamora won 66 percent of votes in Santiago del Estero municipal elections.
## Zamora's political background
Gerardo Zamora has served four terms as governor of his province.
## Kicillof's potential impact
Axel Kicillof could become a boomerang for libertarians if the economy spirals in 2027.
## Key takeaway

Peronists plan to review Milei's investment projects if they return to power, while considering Gerardo Zamora as a potential presidential candidate.