From the left’s applause to the social agenda presented by Pedro Sánchez in his appointment debate speech, to the right’s attack on the agreement reached to grant amnesty to pro-independence Catalan politicians. This is how politicians from Alicante experienced the session of the Congress of Deputies this Wednesday. While PSPV-PSOE representatives think that the socialists’ agreement with Junts and the ERC will improve relations between Spain and Catalonia, the PP accuses Sánchez of putting his own interests above those of the nation as a whole. It is remembered that the province of Alicante has been lagging behind in General State Budget investments for years.
Alejandro Soler, deputy and state secretary of PSPV, who was present at the congress, like all his colleagues, emphasized the importance of the social agenda that Sánchez presents to continue moving towards the generation of prosperity, opportunities and rights. Regarding the political agreement for amnesty, he explained it as “the result of a democratic process”. Man from Elche criticizes PP for adopting “strategy of tension” Under the influence of Vox and “Spain is moving through a complex but necessary process for its future.”
The mayor of Elda, socialist Rubén Alfaro, emphasized the importance of the social agenda for the progress and modernization of the country and particularly valued its inclusive approach involving young people, families and retirees. Underlining the commitment this social agenda shows to the future of the country through respect for the environment, he revealed that true equality between men and women is one of the biggest pillars of this agenda, and emphasized that the agreement represents the “vast majority”. ”People from Spain.
mayor of Alcoy socialist Toni Frances reminded that one of the main goals of the Constitution is to promote coexistence Among Spaniards, he believes this was facilitated by the political agreement reached for Sánchez’s appointment. Meanwhile, Ana Barceló, spokesperson of the PSPV municipal group in Alicante, emphasized that the presidential candidate put on the table the importance of improving access to housing, which he sees as one of the greatest evils suffered by the province.
Provincial Assembly President Toni Pérez, from the ranks of the PP, criticized the legitimacy of the government to be formed, as he thought it was based on “deceiving citizens and trying to divide society”. The mayor of Benidorm also accused Sánchez of putting his own interests first and called the deal a “shameful deal” because it would create first- and second-class autonomies. According to Toni Pérez, equality before the law is being violated, and as head of state he emphasizes that “the Sanchez administration has mistreated the province” through the investment of the province’s budget.
In this vein, PPCV general secretary Juan Francisco Pérez Sánchez accused the socialist leader of lying and criticized his administration on issues of great importance for the Valencian Community, such as water, investments or financing. The mayor of Finestrat also thinks that Sánchez “despises” the Valencian Community, which he thinks is an insult to its residents. Finally, he predicted that the agreement reached with Catalan politicians would have negative consequences in terms of autonomy.
Mayor of Alicante popular Luis Barcala stated through his social networks What Sanchez brought to Congress is that no one voted at the ballot box for the amnesty “which was negotiated by the PSOE with the independentists in exchange for a handful of votes for their own interests.” Mentioned by Toni Pérez. “What PSOE has brought to the Parliament is inappropriate,” added the mayor of Alicante.
In parallel, the popular mayor, Pablo Ruz, said from Elche, quoting Churchill: “If you humiliate yourself to avoid conflict, you will be humiliated and you will have conflict.” He added: «It’s not worth agreeing with those who hate what you represent. This ain’t no deal, it’s a humiliation».
Aitana Mas, deputy spokesperson of Compromís in the Valencia Cortes, He reminded that the purpose of politics is “to understand each other, reach agreement and solve problems.” Thus, he stated that Sumar, a coalition that includes both PSOE and Valencians, made “effective policy” to reach an agreement and form a government. Finally, he underlined “the vision of a multinational Spain against the far right of Feijóo and Abascal.”
Finally, the Vox trustees in the Cortes of Valencia, Ana Vega harshly criticized SánchezBecause he thinks he intends to “eliminate the rule of law, put an end to coexistence and separation of powers.” He then added that Spain would indeed be ruled by a “fugitive from justice”, directly referencing Junts leader Carles Puigdemont.
Source: Informacion
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