Critical Perception: 55% of Respondents Rate Kast’s Government with an Average Score of 3.6

Original article: Percepción crítica: 55% de consultados en encuesta reprueba al Gobierno de Kast con nota promedio 3,6

Citizen Evaluation: Kast’s Government Scores 3.6 in Its Initial Weeks According to Black & White

A recent survey conducted by Black & White in March 2026 indicates that citizens have assigned a score of 3.6 out of 7 to the early administration of President Antonio Kast. The study reveals that 55% of respondents rated the government with scores between 1 and 4, reflecting a predominantly critical perception of the new administration, as reported by Nuevo Poder.

The establishment of the cabinet has been marred by internal controversies and corrections. Nuevo Poder highlights several negative milestones from the survey, including misstatements by spokeswoman Mara Sedini regarding the judicial status of Galvarino Apablaza, as well as complications within the Security portfolio, led by Trinidad Steinert, following the resignation of Chief Consuelo Peña and uncertainties surrounding the budget for the sector, as detailed in the Black & White report.

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Iván Poduje, stands out with an average rating of 3.8, making him “the best-rated” member of the cabinet. Conversely, spokeswoman Mara Sedini ranks at the bottom of the executive team with the lowest score of just 3.1 points.