The Challenge of Political Credibility
Imagining Salvador Illa as a central figure in Catalan politics is a challenge. His aspiration for moderation is overshadowed by decisions that seem contradictory, hinting at a lack of coherence in his public image.
Contradictions in Health Policies
His management as Minister of Health, which includes legislation on euthanasia, is contrasted with his government’s refusal to guarantee the resources needed for palliative care. This makes their stance on centrality questionable, as no real alternatives can be offered to those in vulnerable situations.
Unconditional Support for the Sánchez Government
The dedication of Salvador Illa to the government of Pedro Sánchez is not just a support, but a total adherence that lacks a critical debate. This position makes the PSC seem more like an appendage of the PSOE than a party with its own identity.
Fiscal Policies and Social Welfare
The impossibility of reforming the fiscal pressure borne by Catalan citizens, together with an insufficient investment in public services, indicates a disconnection between the PSC’s promises and the reality that citizens experience.
Catalan Families: A Paradigmatic Case
The inaction in supporting births and families contrasts with the intense abortion policy. Catalonia, which accumulates a significant proportion of abortions in Spain, presents a worrying scenario for families, who see their needs ignored.
Government Actions and Individual Freedom
Threats against groups that pray at abortion clinics reflect a lack of respect for individual freedoms, an aspect that contrasts with the image of moderation that Illa wants to project.
Tripartite and Centrality: A Political Illusion
The idea of centrality becomes unrealizable if the PSC continues to depend on alliances with forces located at the extremes of the political landscape. Its relationship with Esquerra Republicana and the Commons challenges the notion of a party that seeks balance.
The Change of Times and the Need for Renewal
The PSC, far from the roots that defined the party in past times, will need a deep renewal to recover its essence and its relevance in Catalan politics.
The Complicity of the Catalan Elite
Some sectors of the political and business elite seem to prefer a narrative that maintains the illusion of centrality, despite the fact that the reality is quite different. This complicity creates a universe where moderate politics is more of a facade than a true intention.
Final Reflections on the Future of the PSC
The PSC and Salvador Illa are at a crossroads. Without a clear distance from the policies of the PSOE and without a coherent proposal that meets the real needs of the public, its aspiration to centrality will be compromised. Moderation must be a commitment with deeds, not just words.
