Divisions within the Republican Left
The current debate on the investiture of Salvador Illa as president of the Generalitat reveals major fractures within the Esquerra Republicana (ERC). The critical faction known as ‘Collective Primer d’Octubre’ has expressed its frontal opposition to the agreement reached with the PSC, claiming that its approval would fall into the trap of granting power to a leader they perceive as excessively Spanish.
Arguments for rejection
‘Collective Primer d’Octubre’ argues that, despite the promise to increase fiscal sovereignty for Catalonia, the Spanish government does not usually fulfill its commitments. They believe that the agreement does not guarantee the promised fiscal independence and that the situation will worsen if Illa becomes president.
Risks of the agreement
Critics warn that once Illa is invested, there will be no effective mechanisms to remove him during the next four years, which would cause a paralysis of the political debate on the situation in Catalonia.
The importance of the vote of militancy
With more than 8,700 members in ERC, the militancy is called to pronounce tomorrow on this controversial coalition with the PSC. The decision they take can determine the immediate future of Catalonia and the political direction of the party.
Possible scenarios
If the militancy gives the green light to the agreement, Illa will occupy the presidency in exchange for several concessions. Conversely, a rejection of the agreement could lead Catalonia to a new electoral scenario, with uncertain results but the current barometer points to a situation similar to the current one.
Reflections on Catalonia and autonomy
At a time when Catalonia is preparing for an Olympic Games that require an independent state to have national teams, internal political tensions are intensifying. The ‘First October Group’ insists that independence is the only way to guarantee official participation in international events, which highlights the importance of an open debate on the future of Catalonia.
