The Dilem of Together: Adapt or Disappears
The current situation of Junts per Catalunya is increasingly similar to that that Citizens lived. The formation was recently found at a crossroads when deciding not to support the motion of confidence against Sílvia Orriols in Ripoll. This decision, which may seem right at first, hides a political disorientation fund that we cannot ignore.
Internal reproaches and external concessions
After several unfortunate events, the image of Together has been severely affected. Those who defended the uniqueness of Carles Puigdemont and his separation from ERC are now forced to accept that the borders between these formations are increasingly diffused. The current political landscape makes Pedro Sánchez’s concessions better managed by ERC, leaving together in a committed position.
An unnecessary circus
Recent actions of Together, such as the press conferences in Brussels and the threats of ultimatums, look more like a distraction maneuver than a solid political strategy. Efforts to show themselves as agents of change have become a cartoon of what is intended to defend, demonstrating their weakness in negotiation with the Spanish government.
A policy lesson
Historically, figures like Josep Tarradellas have warned that ridicule is a fatal mistake in politics. And, paradoxically, together it seems to be repeating this mistake, showing a growing dependence on central power instead of consolidating true autonomy. This dynamic is an alarming sign that could lead the formation to an irrelevance similar to that suffered by Citizens.
The future of Together and the Catalan context
With a PSC, a strong government is ensured under the leadership of Salvador Illa and an ERC who, without making noise, continues to add victories, the future of Together is uncertain. If they do not find a new direction, they could end up being a residual force in Catalonia, in a context where strategy and coherence are more important than ever.
Final reflection
In this scenario, the key to Together will be the ability to adapt and reinvent itself before it is too late. The path to irrelevance is easy to draw, but recovery requires a clear vision and determination that, at present, seem to be missing.
