A dangerous relationship between two political actors
The situation between Carles Puigdemont and Pedro Sánchez can be compared to a circus where trapeze artists try to stay in the air despite the public’s lack of interest. Both politicians seem to be bound by a common goal: to avoid prison, which leads them to a risky dance that gradually becomes unsustainable.
Unfulfilled pacts and lack of credibility
Puigdemont has decided to put pressure on Sánchez, arguing that the Swiss agreements have not been respected and that the issue of trust has not progressed. However, it is important to remember that both have squandered their credibility, becoming experts in manipulating the truth. Their promises, now distorted, seem to have become a game of masks where the truth is relegated.
The duel of lies
Sánchez has been criticized for his lies, a behavior that, as the saying goes, is as predictable as dogs barking. But Puigdemont is not far behind in this regard. In the recent electoral cycle, he assured that the votes of Junts would not support his investiture and that, if he did not win the presidency, he would retire from politics. This contradiction has resulted in a conflict between two politicians who have lost their legitimacy.
The survival strategy
Puigdemont has a limited support of seven seats that allow him to have weight on the political scene, but this strength can collapse at any time. His only option to assert himself is to try to make the Socialists lose votes, a tactic that may prove ephemeral if he does not manage to consolidate a more solid base. His position is complicated by the rise of Silvia Orriols, who could displace him even further.
The changing political landscape
With the rise of the right in Europe, the dynamics between Bildu-ERC and PNB-Junts may undergo a significant change. If Puigdemont wants to play a relevant role, he should explore alliances with the PP to prevent Vox from gaining strength. However, his rhetoric in recent years has limited his options for action.
An uncertain future
With the elections in sight, the consequences of this game of lies and manipulation will be evident. Vox’s rise as a key player in Spanish politics may make Puigdemont wonder if all the time spent on deception was worth it. In contrast to his predecessors, who maintained a more coherent narrative, Puigdemont has opted for a strategy that, for now, leaves him without support and without options.
The fall of a trapeze artist
With each movement, the trapeze artist moves closer to his fall. Without a safety net and with his repertoire of strategies exhausted, his situation becomes increasingly precarious. The outcome of this political story would seem inevitable, and the question that remains is whether Puigdemont will be able to rewrite his story before it is too late.