Feijóo Calls for Elections at Major Madrid Rally
PP Leader Demands Democratic Renewal as Tens of Thousands Gather in Madrid
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of Spain's People's Party (PP), addressed a crowd of approximately 100,000 people in Madrid on Sunday, urging Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to 'surrender to democracy and call elections' to allow citizens to choose a 'decent government.' The rally, organized under the slogan 'Mafia or Democracy,' took place at Plaza de España and was attended by prominent party figures, although the government's delegation officially estimated the crowd size at 50,000.
Attendees filled the surrounding streets, including Gran Vía and Princesa, with expressions of discontent toward the current administration.
Feijóo's statements included direct appeals to Sánchez, imploring him to stop hiding and misrepresenting the truth.
'Spain is prepared, and I am ready,' he asserted, adding that Sánchez needed the courage to set a date for elections.
The event featured speeches from notable attendees, including Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, and José Luis Martínez-Almeida, the Mayor of Madrid.
Both reinforced the notion of a national crisis fueled by corruption and institutional decay under Sánchez’s leadership.
Expressing solidarity among those opposing the government, Feijóo emphasized the need for unity beyond political parties, encouraging a collective 'revolution' for democracy and coexistence.
'No Spanish citizen is excess,' Feijóo declared, promoting a vision of a nation built on honesty and dialogue.
He criticized the government's handling of recent scandals, describing the current state of Spain as marred by 'corruption, filth, and lies.' Feijóo also highlighted public sentiment for an urgent call to elections, which has reportedly risen to 70.6% in recent surveys.
In her speech, Ayuso echoed similar sentiments, accusing the government of normalizing criminality and fostering an environment of fear and resentment.
She noted that Spain is presently navigating a dangerous path towards the 'dictatorship of minorities,' citing the government's concessions to independentist parties as evidence of degradation in political integrity.
'Spain is not plurinational,' she asserted, emphasizing national unity and the value of the Spanish language.
The rally, marked by chants of 'Pedro Sánchez, resign!' and a display of Spanish flags, aimed to galvanize public sentiment against the current government.
Despite its scope, notable far-right group Vox declined to participate, labeling the event as a party-centric propaganda exercise.
The mobilization of citizens reflects a growing discontent with the Sánchez government, particularly regarding its accountability and transparency.
Prominent issues raised at the rally included the perceived corruption within the ruling administration and the need for a political landscape that prioritizes the voice of the populace.
Attendees filled the surrounding streets, including Gran Vía and Princesa, with expressions of discontent toward the current administration.
Feijóo's statements included direct appeals to Sánchez, imploring him to stop hiding and misrepresenting the truth.
'Spain is prepared, and I am ready,' he asserted, adding that Sánchez needed the courage to set a date for elections.
The event featured speeches from notable attendees, including Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, and José Luis Martínez-Almeida, the Mayor of Madrid.
Both reinforced the notion of a national crisis fueled by corruption and institutional decay under Sánchez’s leadership.
Expressing solidarity among those opposing the government, Feijóo emphasized the need for unity beyond political parties, encouraging a collective 'revolution' for democracy and coexistence.
'No Spanish citizen is excess,' Feijóo declared, promoting a vision of a nation built on honesty and dialogue.
He criticized the government's handling of recent scandals, describing the current state of Spain as marred by 'corruption, filth, and lies.' Feijóo also highlighted public sentiment for an urgent call to elections, which has reportedly risen to 70.6% in recent surveys.
In her speech, Ayuso echoed similar sentiments, accusing the government of normalizing criminality and fostering an environment of fear and resentment.
She noted that Spain is presently navigating a dangerous path towards the 'dictatorship of minorities,' citing the government's concessions to independentist parties as evidence of degradation in political integrity.
'Spain is not plurinational,' she asserted, emphasizing national unity and the value of the Spanish language.
The rally, marked by chants of 'Pedro Sánchez, resign!' and a display of Spanish flags, aimed to galvanize public sentiment against the current government.
Despite its scope, notable far-right group Vox declined to participate, labeling the event as a party-centric propaganda exercise.
The mobilization of citizens reflects a growing discontent with the Sánchez government, particularly regarding its accountability and transparency.
Prominent issues raised at the rally included the perceived corruption within the ruling administration and the need for a political landscape that prioritizes the voice of the populace.
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