Reactions to Fernandez's speech

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As is often the case, Fernandez's speech, and his plan, received a mixed response. Jorge Subero Isa, president of the Supreme Court felt that Fernandez's speech was positive and is quoted in Diario Libre as saying that he hoped that the promises would be fulfilled. These sentiments were echoed by Monsignor Ramon Benito Angeles, who said that the speech was very positive, and that it calls on all Dominicans to play their part. Lisandro Macarulla, president of the National Business Council (Conep), was also pleased with Fernandez's plan and said that the President had come through once again. For his part, PRD secretary general Orlando Jorge Mera said that Fernandez fell short of expectations with his offer to the public. He added that RD$8 billion was not enough to cover the costs. Adriano Sanchez, spokesperson for the PRSC senators, concurred, saying that the speech did not meet expectations. The A.M. column in Diario Libre added to the criticisms of Fernandez's speech by summing up the address as one made to maintain hope, and saying that from now on the President would be judged by his work.

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