The PP radars have managed to capture the most unexpected signs of injustices within the Sanchez government. The latest example is the decision by Culture Minister Ernest Urtasun to cancel the National Bullfighting Prize. The PP, led by parliamentary spokesperson Miguel Tellado, accuses the government of authoritarianism and censorship. The PP gathered representatives from various countries with bullfighting traditions to denounce the government’s actions, including journalist Chapu Apaolaza, who described bullfighting as the “last frontier of civilization” against those who seek to destroy humanity.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo’s PP is campaigning in Catalonia, aiming to take back some of the ground that had been won by Vox, including bullfighting as a symbol of Spanish identity. Feijóo has a history of supporting bullfighting, even citing Picasso’s paintings as a reason to defend the tradition. The PP has introduced two proposals in Congress to reinstate the National Bullfighting Prize, with Tellado leading the charge and opening the doors of the parliamentary chamber to representatives of bullfighting associations from various countries.
During the event at the Congress, speakers from different countries, including Victorino Martín from Spain and Felipe Negret from Colombia, highlighted the importance of bullfighting as a cultural tradition and a symbol of national identity. They criticized attempts to ban or restrict bullfighting, with Martín stating that bullfighting is a deeply rooted cultural expression in Spain. Negret praised the support of Madrid’s president Isabel Díaz Ayuso, emphasizing the importance of defending freedom in the face of political opposition to bullfighting.
Some speakers at the event focused on cultural and philosophical arguments in defense of bullfighting, such as the Portuguese speaker Hélder Milheiro, who described bullfighting as a representation of humanity bringing order to nature. The event gathered support from politicians and bullfighting advocates, with a common goal of defending the tradition and cultural heritage of bullfighting. The event highlighted the global significance of bullfighting, with speakers from different countries sharing their perspectives on the importance of preserving the tradition.
The event at the Congress underscored the widespread support for bullfighting as a cultural and traditional practice, with speakers emphasizing the need to defend the freedom of cultural expression. The PP’s efforts to reinstate the National Bullfighting Prize and gather support from bullfighting associations demonstrate their commitment to preserving the tradition. The event also exposed the political divide over bullfighting, with supporters praising its cultural significance and opponents calling for its ban. Overall, the event highlighted the importance of defending cultural traditions and the freedom of expression in the face of political opposition.
