During the 76th regional congress of Esquerra, Farín outlined his vision for a working-class Barcelona with strong local businesses, where residents feel a sense of belonging and can speak Catalan. He advocated for a city that supports life projects in all neighborhoods, preventing citizens from being displaced by vulture funds or large-scale speculators.
“"We will not allow it."
The republican leader affirmed that the party would dedicate itself to offering an alternative city model, presenting ERC's proposals across Barcelona's 73 neighborhoods. He also expressed confidence that the party's lead candidate, Elisenda Alamany, would become the future mayor of Barcelona.
For her part, Alamany criticized the image of Barcelona as a mere postcard, devoid of soul and personality, which she believes has been fostered by recent governments. She called for a reclamation of the city's identity ahead of the 2027 elections, aiming for a capital Barcelona that offers opportunities and a high quality of life for its residents.
“"They have governed our city as if it were an island out of nowhere, as if it were not the country's capital."
The lead candidate noted that the election of the new federation leadership, which is more aligned with the party's national leadership, marks the beginning of a new phase focused on the city's future rather than internal party dynamics.
