# Dominican Liberation Party presidential nomination contest

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-liberation-party-presidential-nomination-contest
> Updated: 2026-09-19T01:44:38.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Internal competition is emerging within the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD) as members prepare for the party’s internal processes scheduled for October 18. 

Simón Lizardo, a member of the PLD Political Committee, has endorsed Francisco Javier García for the party’s presidential nomination. Lizardo credited García with strengthening the organization and maintaining its competitiveness during periods of political weakness. 

Concurrently, former Santiago mayor and previous presidential candidate Abel Martínez has reaffirmed his intention to seek the 2028 presidential nomination. Through community meetings, Martínez has been discussing national issues including public security, health, and education, while stating he respects the upcoming internal procedures and will define his formal candidacy within legal timeframes.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Abel Martínez reaffirms 2028 presidential aspirations

Former Santiago mayor Abel Martínez reaffirmed his pursuit of the PLD presidential nomination for 2028, engaging with citizens through community meetings to discuss national reform.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abel-martnez-reaffirms-2028-presidential-aspirations

### 2026-09-11: Simón Lizardo endorses Francisco Javier García for PLD presidential nomination

PLD member Simón Lizardo has endorsed Francisco Javier García for the party’s presidential nomination, citing his role in strengthening the organization ahead of the 2028 elections.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/simn-lizardo-endorses-francisco-javier-garca-for-pld-presidential-nomination

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