The mayor watches over the Ripoll Festa Major poster
The decision of the mayoress of Ripoll, Sílvia Orriols, to reject the poster for the town’s Festa Major has generated significant controversy. The mayor has expressed her opposition to the fact that the poster represents a female figure wearing an Islamic veil, arguing that the council does not want to promote Islamic misogyny. This veto has received criticism from both neighbors and various local entities.
The choice of the poster and the reaction of the population
The Ripoll Festa Major poster was selected by a jury after being voted for by the population at a local fair. The illustrator Ivonne Navarro is the author of the poster, which was validated after being chosen by popular vote. This selection process was interrupted by the mayoress, generating negative reactions in the community.
Reactions to the mayor’s decision
Criticisms and complaints
Several entities and political groups have denounced the mayor’s decision, accusing her of interfering in a citizen process and of promoting political motives. Some municipal groups have asked for a public apology from the mayoress, while others have described this decision as an imposition and censorship.
Political reactions
Different political parties have condemned the decision of the mayoress, expressing their opposition to this censorship. Reactions range from describing the decision as an obsession to comparing it to dictatorship. In general, Orriols’ decision has generated widespread rejection in political and social spheres.