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Editorial: La Vanguardia

  • The upcoming Basque Parliament elections could see the rise of the abertzale left, represented by EH Bildu, potentially toppling the PNV's supremacy.
  • Polls show a tie between the PNV and EH Bildu, both poised to secure 29 seats each.
  • The PNV has been showing a downward trend, while EH Bildu has been growing.
  • The PNV's declining support is due to management issues and problems within the Basque public health sector.
  • EH Bildu's growth is attributed to its pragmatic shift and programmes with a stronger social than national focus.
  • Three out of every four votes is expected to back parties supporting the Basque Country's independence, despite a decline in unconditional support for independence.
  • Pragmatism appears to prevail, with PSE and PP maintaining their results, while the divided left of Sumar and Podemos could be reduced to testimonial representation.
  • The elections mark a generational shift, with Iñigo Urkullu handing over the PNV's leadership to Imanol Pradales, and Pello Otxandiano representing a rejuvenation in EH Bildu.

Conclusion: The upcoming Basque Parliament elections are marked by a potential shift in political supremacy, with the emergence of EH Bildu alongside the decline of the PNV, with pragmatism and generational renewal as determining factors.