Feijóo strives for forming a single-party government, opting away from coalition pacts with Vox or PSOE; the political barrier, here, is set as Bildu
In the political landscape of Spain, the People's Party (PP) is gearing up for potential elections, with leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo laying out his strategic approach to alliances.
Feijóo has hinted at the possibility of agreements with Vox, the third-largest political force, acknowledging the significance of their voter base and the need for respect. However, he is cautious about repeating the "failed formula" of coalition governments, preferring a single-party government led by the PP.
In contrast, Feijóo distinguishes between the current Socialist leadership under Pedro Sánchez, known as the 'Sanchistas', and a potential non-Sánchez PSOE faction. While an agreement with Sánchez's faction is deemed impossible, Feijóo does not entirely rule out future cooperation with other parts of the Socialist Party.
However, Feijóo draws a firm line when it comes to nationalist parties such as EH Bildu. He adopts a 'cordon sanitaire' approach, explicitly ruling out any alliances unless they apologize for ETA's violence. He refuses to negotiate the unity of Spain and maintains that any dialogue with independence movements must remain strictly within the framework of the law and the Constitution.
Feijóo positions himself as a centrist, aiming to rebuild national unity and govern with a single-party PP government. His government program appeals to consensus and the social majority, seeking to occupy the "large centrist space" left orphaned by PSOE’s radicalization and Vox’s rise.
The PP's National Congress concluded without any cracks or discordant notes, with everything previously agreed upon. Feijóo emerged from the Congress with a new team, with Miguel Tellado as secretary general of the party and also in charge of the Organization area.
Feijóo has detailed his main government promises, including a plan for democratic regeneration. He has committed to reducing illegal immigration and welcoming those who come to work with rules. He has also pledged to promote a law to guarantee learning in Spanish in classrooms as a priority in his first 100 days of hypothetical government.
In a bold move, Feijóo has claimed an equality that does not turn men into "a potential enemy" and will combat machist violence without criminalizing the entire male gender.
Meanwhile, the Madrid president, Ayuso, has accused Sánchez of owing his existence to a corrupt pact and corrupt party, adding fuel to the political fire. The Congress has inflamed the hopes of the 'populars', who see "change" closer. Ester Muñoz, one of the most forceful voices against Sánchez, will replace Feijóo as spokesperson in Congress.
The political stage in Spain is set for a potential showdown, with Feijóo and the PP poised to make their move. The PP believes that elections could be called at any moment due to the corruption scandals that threaten the government and the PSOE. The upcoming days promise to be filled with political drama as Spain approaches a potential turning point.
In the span of Spanish politics, the average voter might find themselves contemplating the potential alliances of the People's Party (PP), led by Feijóo, in the general-news landscape, particularly regarding parties such as Vox and other factions within the Socialist Party. However, Feijóo has drawn a hard line with nationalist parties like EH Bildu, adopting a 'cordon sanitaire' approach, unwilling to engage in alliances unless they denounce ETA's violence.
