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Populism and social policy in Spain and Czechia

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Political discourse in Spain and the Czech Republic is increasingly influenced by populism and the management of social instability. In Spain, large scale protests following the forced eviction of an elderly tenant led the government of Pedro Sánchez to issue a decree banning forced evictions until 2030. In the Czech Republic, homelessness has become a central issue in municipal election debates. Proposed political responses range from punitive measures, such as work camps, to assistance programs for citizens facing instability due to debt, illness, or family circumstances. In Spain, the rise of political polarization is linked to economic pressures. Analysts suggest that economic policy must focus on restoring the consumption and savings capacity of the middle class to counter extremist ideologies. The political landscape is currently divided between far-left approaches favoring state wealth distribution and far-right approaches favoring market-driven solutions. As the November 29 elections approach, Spanish political parties have reached an agreement regarding electoral debates. Following a deadlock over broadcaster selection, the Partido Popular (PP) accepted a proposal from the PSOE to have the Academia de Televisión organize the events. This follows the PP’s reluctance to use the public broadcaster, RTVE, due to concerns over bias. The schedule includes a head-to-head debate between Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo on November 16, followed by a broader debate featuring main national candidates on November 26.

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