Yolanda Díaz, the leader of Sumar, expressed her full support and respect for the decision of the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, during a difficult moment for him. This comes amidst a period of reflection for Sánchez to determine if he will continue leading the government, and in the face of strong attacks from the right and far-right against the coalition. Díaz, along with all ministers of Sumar, emphasized the need to defend democracy, the progressive bloc, and the legitimacy of the government, which has improved people’s lives. Despite initial uncertainty following a court opening proceedings against the president’s wife for possible influence peddling, Díaz and other government members have come together to support Sánchez.
The support for Sánchez’s decision and the defense against attacks from the right and far-right were reiterated by various government members. Minister of Health and leader of Más Madrid, Mónica García, expressed solidarity with the president in the face of ongoing harassment from the far-right. Minister of Youth and Infancy and IU leadership candidate, Sira Rego, echoed the call to defend democracy against constant attacks. However, other parties, such as PNV and Junts, chose not to take a position at that time. The left-wing Basque spokesperson in Congress referred to the proceedings against Begoña Gómez as lawfare, emphasizing the need to stand against those who seek to disrupt the popular mandate through unjust legal actions.
Gabriel Rufián of ERC expressed his support for Pedro Sánchez while also highlighting past grievances against his party’s treatment. He pointed out instances of harassment against various government members and urged unity in the face of adversity. Ione Belarra, the leader of Podemos, also expressed solidarity with Sánchez while acknowledging the challenges faced by members of the coalition government in the past. She stressed the importance of defending democracy despite the high costs involved, advocating for the democratization of judicial power and media outlets. Overall, the government members and allies have come together to support Sánchez during a challenging time.
The response from government members and allies highlights a united front against attacks from the right and far-right. The calls for defending democracy and the legitimacy of the progressive government underscore the importance of standing together in the face of adversity. Despite past grievances and challenges faced by coalition members, there is a shared commitment to supporting Sánchez and upholding democratic principles. Moving forward, it will be crucial for the government and its allies to continue working together to address ongoing challenges and navigate through turbulent times. In doing so, they can strengthen their position and advance the goals of the coalition.
