How Spain’s right wing is winning the youth vote
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
Vox, Spain’s far-right party, has been increasingly attracting young voters, particularly men, in rural areas such as Castilla y León. Many teenagers and twenty-somethings travel from nearby towns to attend rallies led by Santiago Abascal, drawn by the party’s confrontational messaging on identity, immigration, and cultural issues. Economic frustration, high youth unemployment, and difficulty accessing housing have left many young people feeling disillusioned with Spain’s traditional parties, creating fertile ground for Vox’s rhetoric. The party’s appeal is amplified through social media, where videos, memes, and direct messaging reach a generation that consumes politics in a very different way from their parents. These rallies often resemble youth events more than conventional political meetings, with energetic crowds, chants, and a sense of belonging among attendees. Many of these young voters are participating in politics for the first time, motivated as much by a desire to be part of a movement as by specific policy positions. This trend reflects broader social and political shifts in Spain, as traditional parties struggle to engage younger generations amid economic uncertainty and cultural debates. Vox’s rise among youth highlights the intersection of frustration, media influence, and ide
How Spain’s right wing is winning the youth vote
Regional elections this weekend will be a crucial test for the prime minister Pedro Sánchez as the Vox party gains ground
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In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
A man attending the Vox rally holds a sign criticizing Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain
An electoral poster for Vox is displayed next to another sign criticizing the PSOE and PP candidates during the Castilla y León regional election campaign in Aguilar de Campoo. In the town square of Aguilar de Campoo, supporters—including many young people—gather to see Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, during the Castilla y León regional election campaign. He was welcomed like a star by attendees as Vox experiences a surge in support, reflecting the broader rise of the far-right in Spain, especially in rural towns. Aguilar de Campoo Spain