# Political disputes over Che Guevara tributes in Rosario

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/political-disputes-over-che-guevara-tributes-in-rosario
> Updated: 2026-10-07T09:46:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

In Rosario, Argentina, the legacy of Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara has become a focal point of political tension. While commemorations are held to mark the anniversary of his death—including anti-imperialist gatherings at the Plaza Ernesto Che Guevara—local political actors are actively challenging his presence in the city.

The political party La Libertad Avanza has introduced several municipal proposals to replace Guevara-related tributes with figures representing science, culture, and medicine. Specific initiatives include renaming Plaza del Che Guevara to Plaza Jorge Mario Bergoglio in honor of Pope Francis, renaming the Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara viaduct to honor physician René Favaloro, and replacing a Guevara mural with an image of author Jorge Luis Borges. National Deputy Romina Diez described these efforts as part of a ‘cultural battle’ to shift the focus of public spaces toward different values.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Ernesto Guevara commemorations held in Argentina

Argentina marks the anniversary of Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara’s death with ceremonies in Moreno and Rosario, amid local political debates regarding his monuments and legacy.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ernesto-guevara-commemorations-held-in-argentina

### 2026-09-17: Rosario politicians propose replacing Che Guevara tributes

La Libertad Avanza has proposed replacing Che Guevara tributes in Rosario with honors for figures such as Pope Francis, René Favaloro, and Jorge Luis Borges.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rosario-politicians-propose-replacing-che-guevara-tributes

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