Last Saturday, an incident occurred at Parque Lezama in Buenos Aires that highlights the growing tensions in Argentine society regarding human rights and individual freedoms. During an event organized by the LGBTIQ+ Antifascist Assembly, which brought together hundreds of activists, there was a strong altercation involving Marco Palazzo, an influential 18-year-old libertarian.
The Assembly rejected Palazzo's presence, known for his extreme and provocative opinions, and reaffirmed their commitment to continue fighting for the rights that have been won. Palazzo, trying to film and confront some attendees, triggered a violent reaction that forced police intervention to escort him out of the venue and prevent an escalation of the incidents.
The event was themed "Life is at risk. We will never return to the closet!" in protest against measures that, according to the organizers, threaten the rights of the LGBTIQ+ community. In addition to his bold appearance at the Antifascist Assembly event, Palazzo has garnered attention for controversial and provocative statements in the past.
Among his controversial statements are the advocacy of Nazism, the denial of Argentina's sovereignty over the Malvinas Islands, and his criticisms of national icons like Diego Maradona. In August 2024, he was involved in another scandal by appearing at the Casa Rosada with a manipulated photo of Fabiola Yáñez, generating great outrage in society.
The incident in Parque Lezama highlighted the existing tensions in Argentine society concerning figures like Marco Palazzo, who generate controversy with their actions and statements. The presence and actions of the controversial young libertarian during the LGBTIQ+ Antifascist Assembly demonstration triggered a violent episode that has been the subject of harsh criticism and condemnation.
