The context of the posters against the Maragall brothers
The general secretary of Esquerra Republicana, Marta Rovira, has responded to the controversy generated by the posters against the Maragall brothers before the municipal elections. These posters, which carried the slogan ‘Out of Barcelona’s Alzheimer’s’, were attributed to the ERC apparatus and have generated controversy in recent days.
Rovira has stated that a file has been opened in the training ethics channel and that the people responsible are already working on the matter. In addition, he has assured that, if necessary, the corresponding sanctions of the code of conduct will be applied. The general secretary has highlighted that the ERC guarantee system is impartial and independent of management, thus ensuring transparency in the process.
The internal crisis in ERC
The controversy over the posters has revealed a supposed ‘internal crisis’ in ERC, dividing the party into two sectors: the supporters of Oriol Junqueras and those of Marta Rovira. Given this, Rovira has made it clear that there are no sectors in Esquerra and she has stated that ‘rovirism’ does not exist.
It should be noted that Marta Rovira had previously announced that she would not run for re-election as general secretary of ERC. In this sense, she has defended that her objective until the National Congress is to guarantee the conditions of internal democracy in the party, so that all members can give their opinion, participate and decide on equal terms. Rovira concluded by reaffirming her commitment to republicanism.
Research and responsibilities
After the appearance of the posters, a file has been opened in the ERC ethics channel and the people responsible are already working to determine the proven facts. If necessary, the corresponding sanctions of the party’s code of conduct will be applied.
Regarding responsibilities, Ernest Maragall, one of those involved, has pointed to the head of Communications, Tolo Moya, as being responsible from an organizational point of view. For his part, Tolo Moya has hinted that there is a plot beyond the posters and has demanded an investigation to expose the evidence that shows who is the ideologist of this whole group and how it worked.
Conclusions
In summary, Marta Rovira has responded to the controversy of the posters against the Maragall brothers by ensuring that a file has been opened in the ERC ethical channel and that the corresponding sanctions will be applied if necessary. In addition, she has highlighted the impartiality and independence of the party’s guarantee system. On the other hand, the secretary general has made it clear that there are no sectors in Esquerra and she has reaffirmed her commitment to internal democracy and republicanism. The investigation into responsibilities is still ongoing, with accusations made towards the head of Communication and the possibility of a broader plot behind the posters.
