Constitution Party Photo Op: Canapés & Absent Members
- * Constitution Day Celebration Critique: The celebration is described negatively, likened to an unwanted wedding that interferes with a long weekend.
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* Constitution Day Celebration Critique: The celebration is described negatively, likened to an unwanted wedding that interferes with a long weekend. It’s seen as a superficial event focused on photo opportunities rather than genuine respect for the Constitution.
* Declining “Glamour”: The event has lost its former exclusivity adn now feels more like a publicity opportunity for politicians.
* Political Posturing: Despite reaffirming the spirit of the Constitution, politicians used the event to attack their rivals.
* current Issues Highlighted: The sexual harassment cases involving PSOE’s Francisco Salazar and the hospital crisis in Torrejón were prominent topics, used for political attacks (specifically, attacks on Isabel Diaz Ayuso).
* Low Attendance: More parliamentary spokespersons were absent than present. Key absences included Patxi López (illness), Pepa Millán (Vox, with Abascal also absent), and representatives from Sumar and several regional parties. Many ministers were also absent (like Óscar Puente).
* Notable Attendees: Alberto Núñez Feijóo was accompanied by Ester Muñoz (PP).
* Ábalos in Prison: José Luis Ábalos attended the celebration from prison.
* PP Depiction: The PP had the strongest parliamentary representation. Socialist, Sumar, and minority force representation was minimal.
* Regional President Absences: Many regional presidents also did not attend, mirroring a trend seen on October 12th.