The distance between representatives and citizens
The relationship between citizens and their political representatives, at first glance, seems simple: citizens elect their representatives, who then make decisions on their behalf. However, this dynamic is complicated when we realize that politicians are often more committed to their formations than to the voter who elected them.
The phenomenon of partitocracy
The current political reality in Catalonia can be described as a partitocratic system, where the parties become the real actors of power. This situation causes democracy to be transformed into a constant struggle between political formations, which, instead of serving the people, ensure their own survival and influence.
Political positions without commitment
Lack of commitment to proposed policies allows politicians to change their minds with surprising ease. Proposals ranging from independence referendums to social initiatives seem to be thrown into the debate without a real commitment to the consequences.
Citizen disaffection: a predictable result
The disaffection that many citizens feel towards politics is a logical response to a system that does not seem to take them into account. The complexity and confusion generated by internal party dynamics make it difficult for the average person to feel connected to the decisions being made in Parliament.
Manipulations in Parliament: specific examples
A recent incident has highlighted this manipulation: the PSC has hired advisers to the Commons, a fact that demonstrates how political alliances can modify the will expressed at the polls. This is just one example of a wider phenomenon where parties try to tailor election results to their needs.
Frauds of law and private agreements
Actions like those of ERC, which allowed the CUP to have its own group in Parliament, exemplify how the rules of the political game can be manipulated. Experts point out that these maneuvers, instead of being solutions, are true frauds of the law that distort the will of the people.
Sanitary cords: a failed attempt at control
The health restrictions applied to parties such as Vox and Aliança Catalana have generated an unexpected effect: the marginalization of a large sector of the population. Experts point out that such attempts at blocking do not address the root causes of discontent and often end up strengthening the positions of the groups they seek to silence.
A European example
The situation in Catalonia is not unique. In Europe, history has shown that cordon sanitaires often fail to solve the underlying problems. The comparison between the growth of figures like Giorgia Meloni and the silencing strategies shows that political repression can end up being counterproductive.
Reflections on the future of Catalan politics
The Catalan political landscape is at a critical moment. If we do not become aware of the mistakes made and work towards a democracy that is more transparent and connected to citizens, disaffection will continue to grow. The challenge is enormous, but the need for change is increasingly evident.
