In the recent electoral cycle, Pilar Alegría, who is the first former minister to face voters, has led the Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) in Aragón to replicate their worst ever result, equaling the 18 seats won in 2015 by Javier Lambán. This outcome comes amid a challenging political landscape where the PSOE has struggled to consolidate support among voters, particularly with increasing competition from left-leaning parties like Podemos. Alegría acknowledged the disappointing nature of the electoral results, emphasizing that any outcome not conducive to governance is not favorable for the PSOE.

The backdrop to these results highlights the instability within the PSOE as it continues to confront the realities of a shifting political environment in Spain. Alegría’s candidacy was seen as a pivotal moment for the party, and matching the previous low point has raised questions about the PSOE’s future direction and ability to connect with the electorate. The party’s struggles are compounded by the fact that they have lost ground even while the opposition, particularly the Popular Party (PP), faced its own challenges.

This result is not only significant for Aragón but also holds implications for the national landscape as the PSOE braces for further elections. With these outcomes, there may be increased pressure on party leadership to reassess strategies and address the needs and concerns of voters more effectively in the lead-up to future electoral cycles, including the national elections slated for 2026.