The head of the Valencian Community branch of the People’s Party faced the media this morning, signaling a provocative turn on the eve of Nou d’Octubre. He outlined a plan he says will be codified into law if his party gains power after the regional elections in May, arguing that the core measure is meant to curb influence by what he characterizes as Catalanist groups that contravene the Constitution. The assertion was delivered during a public demonstration at the gates of the party’s central headquarters in Valencia, where roughly five hundred people gathered in support and to listen to the party’s message. The leader claimed the law would prevent any euro from flowing to entities he views as aligned with Catalan nationalist aims, insisting that ministers who march in Nou d’Octubre in favor of Catalan ambitions would be treated with scrutiny and that public funds should not subsidize groups or causes he deems hostile to Valencian culture and constitutional norms. After speaking, the crowd joined in local chants, underscoring a mood of regional pride and resolve that has animated the party’s outreach in recent weeks. He further noted that the PP has already identified a broad slate of local candidates and intends to finalize all election lists in the coming days, aiming to participate vigorously in the local contests. The speaker reminded listeners that protests in public spaces have a long history in the province, emphasizing a sense of cultural heritage and a determination to keep Valencian culture at the forefront of political discourse. His remarks framed a broader contest against a coalition he described as socialist, communist, independent, and Podemos-aligned, asserting that Valencians should stand firm against what he called attempts to separate the Valencian people from their roots.
The central premise of the proposed law, he reiterated, is to prevent financial support from reaching entities perceived as Catalanist and in violation of the Constitution, a stance he argues reflects the community’s steadfast commitment to constitutional order. The general secretary of the party, who is campaigning for the Valencia mayoralty, stressed that Valencians have historically resisted what he described as aggression from the nationalist left, who he believes have waged battles in the political arena and beyond. He asserted that true Valencian identity is inseparable from a strong Spanish allegiance, and he framed loyalty to the nation as a defining hallmark of Valencian pride. He also invoked a symbolic refrain associated with regional identity, invoking a historic banner and a rallying cry that underscores unity and resilience among Valencians.
In addressing the audience, he asserted that no public funds should be allocated to groups that undermine Valencian culture while the PP governs the region. He warned against subsidies used to humiliate the Valencian people and reiterated the commitment to safeguard the cultural assets and local expertise that shape the community’s character. The proposed identity protections would apply broadly, he explained, outlining a framework that defends Valencian heritage without targeting specific individuals in advance. He mentioned that the process would involve listening to input from a range of community voices, though the precise list of consultees was not disclosed during the speech. The event featured several notable figures connected to regional civil society, including representatives from agricultural and professional groups who spoke in support of a unified Valencian identity that blends tradition with contemporary civic life. The speaker described this approach as an integrative form of Valencianism that draws on historical roots while remaining influential within the broader Spanish context.