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Editorial: El Periodico

  • A radical protest took place in front of the PSOE headquarters on New Year's Eve.
  • The protesters hung and beat a doll symbolizing President Pedro Sánchez.
  • The PSOE has strongly condemned this action, calling it fascist violence.
  • The Popular Party has been criticized for its lukewarm condemnation of the actions.
  • Radical rallies are becoming increasingly minority and radicalized.
  • There is an observed use of double standards in political judgment.
  • Such protests, with high levels of violence, albeit symbolic, contribute to the dehumanization of the adversary.
  • These acts are framed within freedom of expression, unless they include explicit incitement to violence or discrimination.

Conclusion: The piece highlights the importance of condemning such acts of violence, dehumanization and political strife. However, it emphasizes the need for consistency in responses, avoiding the use of double standards.