María Guardiola, the president of Extremadura, is poised to sweep her region in a crucial election this Sunday. The Popular Party’s candidate has consolidated power and will determine if she can achieve an absolute majority. Meanwhile, Pedro Sánchez and Alberto Núñez Feijóo are battling for votes amidst corruption cases and controversy.
Guardiola’s campaign focuses on street-level events and a regionalized approach, aiming to capitalize on the enthusiasm among her supporters. However, some within the conservative ranks worry that her decision to refuse the RTVE debate could backfire.
The Socialist Party is bracing itself for a disastrous result, acknowledging that Guardiola may alone obtain more seats than the entire left combined. Vox, led by Santiago Abascal, aspires to push the Popular Party into an alliance with them, forcing Guardiola to comply with their conditions to govern.
Unidas por Extremadura, a coalition of Podemos and Izquierda Unida, aims to improve their four deputies from 2023 and potentially set a precedent on the left. The outcome of this election will have significant implications for Spain’s politics, making it a crucial moment in the country’s future.
Source: https://www.todoalicante.es/english/extremadura-tests-momentum-change-20251220111243-nt.html