The troubled investiture of d’Illa
In an unexpected twist in Catalan politics, Salvador Illa has been sworn in as president of the Generalitat, with the support of 53.5% of the ERC membership. This decision has opened a new chapter characterized by internal division and the war of responsibilities between the pro-independence forces.
The reactionary division between ERC and Junts
The resulting reactions have been immediate, with ERC members blaming Junts for the decision to support Illa, a candidate who has shown a strong stance against independence, including the application of 155. The voices inside of ERC point to Junts’ low involvement in governance as one of the causes of support for the PSC.
A pact surrounded by mistrust
The new agreement between ERC and the PSC is presented as historic, but the doubts about its viability are palpable. Illa has committed to funding that, despite appearances, depends on external factors and does not guarantee real change for Catalonia. Experts argue that this pact is more of a tactic than a lasting solution.
Unanswered questions
What effects will this agreement have in the long term? The guarantees of compliance, presented in the pact document, seem insufficient and illusory if the current political context is examined. A climate of mistrust exists that can undermine efforts to implement any deep change.
Disenchantment in the pro-independence electorate
Illa’s rise is not only explained by a strategic decision, but also by the demotivation of a sector of pro-independence voters who have been unhappy with the history of rivalries between ERC and Junts. The abstention of this electorate has played a crucial role, revealing a widespread dissatisfaction with the managers of the process.
Reflections on the Catalan political future
The investiture of a non-sovereignist president is a dangerous step in Catalonia’s trajectory, which may involve a clash between pro-independence values and the pragmatic needs of well-established governance. While Catalan politics enters this new era, the unions and divisions between the parties have proven to be a decisive factor in the outcome of events.
Contrasted views
The lack of celebrations in pro-independence circles contrasts with the expectations of the PSC and the commons, showing that the reactions to this new stage are diverse and complex. Therefore, Illa’s leadership will represent a moment of truth for the Catalan political parties, who will have to define their role in this new scenario.
