Juan Cruz Komar questions support for torture ahead of 24 March | OneFootball

The Rosario Central defender, Juan Cruz Komar, once again positioned himself politically with statements that go beyond sports. On the eve of a new anniversary of the National Day for Memory, Truth, and Justice, the footballer expressed his deep rejection of the positions of Javier Milei's administration regarding the last military dictatorship.

Referring to the recent findings of skeletal remains at the former clandestine detention center La Perla, Komar was blunt: “It is very hard, very difficult, that this recognition of bodies at La Perla has happened.” For the central defender, the current social climate evokes times of impunity that were thought to be overcome: “It reminds me of the 90s, with the laws of obedience and full stop, a period when organizations continued fighting and striving to reach the trials that were eventually held.”

In his analysis, the player drew a parallel between the apathy of the late last century and the country's current political situation. “At that time there was a widespread feeling that it no longer mattered, that it was over. I see a similarity with this moment, fueled by a denialist government,” he stated, questioning the official discourse.

Visibly affected by the validation of certain hate speeches, Komar declared: “It hurts me a lot that there are people who support the fact that there was torture, murder, kidnapping of babies, throwing people into the sea…”

An Athlete with Social Commitment

This is not the first time the former Talleres player has spoken out. Recognized for his active participation in public debates, Komar has maintained a critical stance towards the current economic model, warning that “people are suffering” due to the deterioration of families' daily situations. Additionally, as a leader in Rosario, he has questioned the merely repressive approaches to the narco insecurity crisis, demanding comprehensive solutions from all political leadership.

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