Ricardo Israel

Ricardo Israel is a Chilean politician and academic, born in 1950. He has pursued a career in law and academia, in addition to his involvement in politics. Israel's professional background is rooted in law, and he has also been engaged in academic pursuits.

Israel's foray into national politics led to his candidacy for the presidency of Chile in 2013. At that time, he represented the Regionalist Party of the Independents, a political organization that aligns with his values and goals. Although his presidential bid was unsuccessful, garnering 0.57 percent of the total vote, it marked a significant milestone in his political career.