Beneficiaries of the Amnesty Law
The evidence shows that the main beneficiaries of the amnesty law approved by the Pedro Sánchez government are the police officers who repressed the Catalan citizens during the October 1 referendum. This situation, although surprising, is consistent with the behavior of Spanish institutions, reflecting the political reality of the country.
Spanish Political Parties and the Amnesty Law
In the Spanish democratic context, all political parties represented in the Spanish Parliament, regardless of their position, are influenced by the situation. Some parties flaunt their Spanish, constitutionalist and unionist stance, while others consider these stances as inherent to Spanish identity.
The Democratic Reality in Spain
The political reality in Spain, including the judiciary, often differs from what it should be in theory. This gap between reality and ideality is a constant challenge for Catalonia and reflects the democratic quality of the country and its institutions.
Preservation of Antidemocratic Values
The amnesty law, criticized by extremist sectors, including some of the PSOE-PSC, has become a powerful tool in the hands of the Spanish nation to maintain antidemocratic values. Although it may seem messy and embarrassing to some, it is effective in its purpose, showing Spain’s indifference towards international opinions, focusing on maintaining its position despite criticism.
Challenges for Catalonia
Catalonia repeatedly faces the objective reality of the gap between what is and what should be, a situation that is not exclusive to this region. The measure of democracy is found in the magnitude of this gap, which reveals the democratic quality of the country and its institutions.
Conclusion
The amnesty law, initially designed to protect those retaliated against for political reasons, has become a symbol of the Spanish victory over Catalonia. This situation reflects a complex political reality, where the preservation of undemocratic values prevails over justice and equity.
