Plans are underway this Friday for a coordinated bid in Crevillent, as Compromís, L’Esquerra and Esquerra Unida announce their joint candidacy under the banner Acord per guanyar. The gathering is set for 19:00 at the Plaza de la Comunidad Valenciana in Alfombrero, and attendance is expected from party representatives and supporters alike. The slate features notable figures such as Joan Baldovi, a national deputy for Compromís and a candidate for regional leadership, who has also served as vice-president of the Consell and as a Valencian Parliament candidate for the coalition. Also on the roster are Manolo Kopeck, a Centro coordinator and mayoral candidate for Alicante on behalf of Esquerra Unida, and Maria Perez, General Secretary of ERPV. The event will include a performance by Impronta Cover Band and activities for children, creating a family-friendly atmosphere around the political moment [Attribution: Crevillent local coverage].
Compromís, L’Esquerra and Esquerra Unida unveil a joint slate in Crevillent for the upcoming municipal elections
Recently, Compromís has used its social channels to hint at the individuals who will appear at the base of the coalition list. The full lineup remains undisclosed, but it is confirmed that none of the current nationalist councilors will take a top ranking. Jesús Ruiz, who previously held the Education and Culture portfolio, appears at position 21 on the list. Noemí Candela is listed at eighth as Public Spaces and Sports Councillor, while the sitting mayor Marcelino Giménez remains in sixth place behind Josep Candela, who occupies the fifth spot. The list now shows a reshuffling after an associate left L’Esquerra, reshaping the coalition’s structure ahead of the vote [Attribution: local party communications].
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As part of broader regional arrangements, the left-leaning coalition has revealed key positions within the slate and disclosed changes around the mid-to-lower ranks. A notable inclusion is the Crevillent-based singer and actress Gemma García, who will occupy number 10 on the list. García expressed enthusiasm about participating in the electoral process, saying the opportunity to advance her town’s cultural life is exciting and meaningful. The coalition emphasizes that prioritizing culture is a core element of their profile, reflecting an effort to blend cultural development with regional governance in Crevillent and neighboring areas [Attribution: regional political briefing].
In making these moves public, Compromís highlights culture as an essential component of their candidacy, framing it as a driver of community engagement and civic pride. The coalition’s approach signals a broader strategy to integrate cultural initiatives with local governance while seeking to appeal to a diverse audience across Crevillent and adjacent municipalities [Attribution: coalition statement].