TV producer Freddy Beras-Goico said that he was offered the vice presidential candidacy of the Partido de la Liberación Dominicana but did not accept. He said he is not interested in becoming a politician. "My character clashes with the political system, where you have to give in too much and be diplomatic. If I were sworn in as President on 16 August, by 11 am there would be about 70 persons in jail, and then imagine who would put up with me," said the popular television show producer. He said that he likes being free from commitments and being able to denounce wrongdoings. He described himself as "totally independent." Beras-Goico recently announced he will be leaving Color Visión, Channel 9, and closing his popular late night show, Punto Final. He will be joining Super Canal, Channel 33, a UHF new station that airs next year. He will produce a noon time variety show starting mid February, according to El Siglo. Beras Goico told El Siglo newspaper that the government of Fernández is one of the best in Dominican history. "I said that of Don Antonio Guzmán Fernández, who for me was one of the best statesmen we have had, to the point that when he ended his administration I gave him a plaque and if Leonel continues this way, he will get his," said Beras Goico. He said he hopes the next President will do an even better government. He spoke when he participated as master of ceremonies at a car dealership in Santiago.
