A look at the past: the Spanish transition
During the period between 2014 and 2017, several factors were observed that challenged the established in Spain. The arrival of Podemos represented a movement of change that questioned the established system and sought to put an end to the influence of ‘caste’. At the same time, the crisis of the monarchy generated tensions and uncertainties about the future of the country. These situations, if they had occurred in earlier times, would have generated a very different response, with economic powers, police sewers and the judiciary playing a determining role.
Current changes and challenges
Today, despite the resistance of certain sectors, there is a change in the power dynamics. The army, which in the past was involved in coups and the suppression of protest movements, now shows a more relaxed attitude and is more focused on international issues. On the other hand, the Church, despite maintaining a certain aspiration to influence the public debate, has lost part of its influence and is in a process of weakening.
Secularization and the crisis of vocations
Today’s society is experiencing a process of secularization, with a decrease in the influence of the Church and a crisis of vocations. This is reflected in the statistics, where there is a decrease in participation in religious events and a loss of support for the Church.
Current challenges and possible future scenarios
Currently, changes are being considered in the direction of the Spanish Church, with possible repercussions in the relationship with the government and other political forces. This situation could generate tensions and turn the Church into a relevant actor in the Spanish political debate.
Conclusions
The socio-political change in Spain has been a complex process, with significant transformations in the structures of power and influence. This evolution raises challenges and possibilities for change in different areas, from the organization of the Church to the relationship between the country’s political and social forces.
