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Carlos Flores, convicted of abuse, is a finalist in a prize for stories on equality in the City Council of Valencia
- September 22, 2024
Few would have imagined that someone with a history of abuse could reach the final of a literary prize that advocates for equality. However, Carlos Flores, An individual who was convicted of harassment and psychological violence towards his ex-wife has achieved this controversial milestone.
The news has sparked strong reactions in the political arena. Borja Sanjuan, spokesperson for the PSOE in the City Hall of Valencia, has described this situation as "absolutely intolerable" . On the other hand, Papi Robles, of Compromís, She has expressed her indignation, defining the fact as "an absolute disgrace ." Both political figures have turned their attention to the mayor María José Catalá, who has been criticized for allowing such a situation.
In the face of controversy, the City Council has defended its decision arguing that Carlos Flores entered the contest under a pseudonym . Rocío Gil, Councillor for Sports, Equality and Education, said: "I deeply believe in equality and you can imagine what I think about it. We are legally studying what possibilities we have . "
Carlos Flores is not an unknown name in the political world. He was the head of the Vox list in the 2023 regional elections, but his political career has been full of controversy. After not being included in the government team of the PP, He sought a new space in Congress, where his rhetoric has continued to raise eyebrows. In a controversial statement, he went so far as to say that "abortion is a means to guarantee reproductive health in the same way that the guillotine is a means to end coughing . "
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