Former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy was invited to the program 'El Hormiguero', where he expressed his concern about the situation in Spain, especially regarding the Judiciary and the crisis in the Community of Valencia.
Rajoy criticized Pedro Sánchez's Government for its attacks on the Judiciary, stating that such actions are serious and affect the democratic quality of the country. Moreover, the former leader defended the importance of freedom, trust in the population, and non-interference in specific judicial decisions.
Regarding the management of the DANA in Valencia, Rajoy indicated that the intervention of the State and the central Government is needed. He emphasized the need to rebuild infrastructure and ensure the well-being of people affected by the disaster.
Concerning partisan politics, Rajoy pointed out that friendship can be maintained with people who have different viewpoints, as long as there is mutual respect. He also mentioned his book of parliamentary speeches, where he discusses the importance of maintaining arguments and reasons in political debate, criticizing the current trend of replacing them with simple messages on social media.
Finally, Mariano Rajoy advocated for greater respect for institutions and for the use of humor in politics to avoid unnecessary confrontations. He criticized polarization and the lack of civility in public debate, advocating for a more dialogue-centered and mutually respectful approach.
