A prominent figure in Spain’s political sociology scene, José Félix Tezanos, president of the Center for Sociological Research (CIS), spoke at a breakfast colloquium during Alicante Forum’s latest edition titled “The great challenges of our time.” The discussion centered on the political maneuverings surrounding the PSOE’s negotiations for the appointment of Pedro Sánchez and the agreements with independent lawmakers, including his remark on amnesty: “To accept is to give up and swallow frogs.” He also noted that the content of the proposed law is not yet defined, signaling that formal research by the CIS has not been possible on this issue at this stage. (Source: CIS)
The Alicante Forum event was held at El Maestral restaurant and organized by the INFORMACIÓN Club, a regional employers’ association. Additional partners included CEV, the University of Alicante, Baleària, Eiffage, and Carmencita. The discussion with Tezanos was hosted by Constitutional Law professor Pepe Asensi and moderated by Toni Cabot, the director of INFORMATION. (Source: Forum organizers)
During the session, Tezanos shared data from the latest CIS survey. The findings suggested that, under hypothetical and currently unlikely electoral scenarios, the PSOE might shield its standing while the trajectories of the PP and Vox could reflect a decline tied to the far-right party’s consolidation. The speaker suggested that the Popular Party would secure more support on its own, albeit not all of the support previously attributed to Vox would transfer. (Source: CIS)
In addressing voters’ top concerns, Tezanos highlighted the most pressing issues currently on citizens’ minds. He identified the economy as a central worry, alongside climate change, rising inequalities, and ongoing international conflicts. The remarks underscored a focus on concrete social and economic anxieties that influence public opinion and policy debates. (Source: CIS)
Tezanos has led CIS since 2018, bringing a long career in political science and sociology to the fore. He holds a PhD in Political Science and Sociology and serves as an honorary professor of sociology at the UNED. His academic career includes roles as a lecturer at the Complutense University, the University of Santiago de Compostela, and UNED, where he contributed to the creation and leadership of the Faculty of Political Science and Sociology, serving as its first dean. From 1995 to 2016, he directed UNED’s Sociology III department. Across decades, he has authored or edited a substantial portfolio of scholarly works, including more than 80 books and well over 150 scientific monographs focused on social structure, inequality, and contemporary social trends. (Source: CIS)