Sen. Félix Salgado Macedonio of the Morena party is seeking a candidacy for the governorship of Guerrero in the 2027 elections [1].
The bid creates internal tension within Morena as it challenges the party's established anti-nepotism rules. Salgado is the father of Evelyn Salgado, and his potential candidacy tests the party's commitment to preventing family dynasties in state leadership.
Reports indicate that Salgado has requested a leave of absence from the Senate to prepare for the possible run [2]. This move follows a period of public ambiguity regarding his intentions. In April 2024, when asked about a possible candidacy, Salgado said, "Calladito me veo más bonito," a phrase implying he preferred to remain quiet about his plans [3].
Despite the party's anti-nepotism rule, Salgado said the regulation does not apply to his situation [4]. He said the rule is not applicable to newly created party coordinations that lack a direct succession line [4].
Morena is currently facing internal pressure in Guerrero over the potential nomination [5]. Some party members said the anti-nepotism rule should be strictly enforced to maintain the party's image of reform, while others support Salgado's political influence in the region [5].
Salgado has previously dismissed accusations that he is a "chapulín" — a Mexican political term for candidates who jump from one office to another before completing their current term [3]. His transition from the Senate toward a state executive role in 2027 [1] remains a point of contention among Morena strategists.
“"Calladito me veo más bonito"”
This development highlights a recurring conflict within Morena between its ideological commitment to ending nepotism and the pragmatic need to rely on established political power brokers. If Salgado successfully secures the nomination for 2027, it may signal a shift in how the party enforces its internal ethics rules, potentially opening the door for other political families to maintain control over state governments.
