Operation 28-M ends before the eyes of the generals: this is how every party is
The sense in the room was that a job well done marks a turning point rather than a mere moment in time. The United for Alicante campaign reached its final act with an inclusive coalition comprised of United Left, Republican Left, and Green Alliance staking a claim in the political landscape of Alicante. The moment felt less like a rally and more like a conclusive closing chapter, a testament to the collective effort of volunteers and supporters who stood beside the campaign from start to finish. The event was described as a celebratory culmination rather than a campaign wind-down, underscoring the shared satisfaction of everyone who contributed to the process. The organizers paused to acknowledge the tireless work of militants and supporters who had collaborated through every phase. The gathering took place at the social center island of cubain in the Angel neighborhood, the residence of the mayoral candidate Manolo Cope, drawing nearly fifty like-minded participants who enjoyed live music, reflected on the campaign’s lessons, and considered the implications for the vote next Sunday. (Source: Campaign communications)
two visions
Two distinct yet interwoven outlooks defined the moment. One side exuded confidence grounded in the achievement of past electoral results, including two council seats held by the coalition in Alicante’s town hall as of 2019. The other side, anchored by supporters close to Copé, believed that the positive sentiment cultivated during the campaign could translate into fresh momentum for the coalition, potentially widening a win to three seats and extending the coalition’s influence to more families across the city. In essence, the narrative spoke to continuity and renewal—a belief that the goodwill generated at the campaign’s height could be harnessed into tangible electoral gains. (Source: Internal campaign reflections)
AB-Unidas Podemos protest song: “We deserve a better Alicante”
The campaign did not shy away from expressing a clear message about the city’s future through art and public voice. Alicante’s United Left faced no hint of internal dissent for the direction of the movement; rather, there was a determination to ensure that the alliance kept its momentum. The possibility of eroding the coalition’s standing was never on the table, a stance that helped maintain the cohesion of the group. The spokesperson remained active, and the party’s base watched as Yolanda Díaz participated openly in a midweek gathering, reinforcing a sense of urgency and shared purpose. Diaz’s appearance signaled a strengthened appeal to voters who might be looking for a broader progressive coalition to back in the upcoming elections. The afternoon’s demonstrations showcased a resolve to sustain the campaign’s energy and to translate it into votes on the upcoming Sunday. (Source: Campaign reporting)