The revival of Spain's dictator Franco? | DW Documentary
Ninety years ago, a coup against the Spanish Republic led to Francisco Franco’s dictatorship. Today, many people of all ages in Spain are romanticizing that regime, a trend fueled by the far-right political party Vox.
After Franco’s death in 1975, Spain’s democracy was established based on the Amnesty Law of 1977, which shielded Franco-era agents and officials from prosecution. But victims are still demanding justice and compensation. Today, there are two opposing narratives: One is based on a duty to tell the truth, while the other uses nostalgia to revive a former authoritarian system of government. Between the ruling left-wing coalition, right wing parties and the far right, there appears to be no path forward to reconcile conflicting views of Franco’s legacy.
Against the backdrop of this political divide, even some young people long for the old order under Franco. Right-wing populists are exploiting this trend to once again call democracy into question — especially the far-right party Vox, whose influence is growing among voters.
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