In the 1970s Saadi had been a leading supporter of the far-left Montoneros, and set up the Intransigencia y Movilización faction; he was a patron of future Defense Minister Nilda Garré.
During the 1970s, Saadi was a key figure in supporting the far-left Montoneros and their movement, establishing the Intransigencia y Movilización faction. He also provided financial backing to future Defense Minister Nilda Garré.