Gabriel Rufián, spokesperson for ERC, emphasized the necessity of forming a broad leftist coalition in preparation for the forthcoming general elections in Spain. He called for collaboration among left-wing parties, including those who are independentists and nationalists, highlighting that traditional party identifiers are inadequate to halt the growing influence of PP and Vox. His remarks come at a time when various leftist factions—Sumar, IU, Comunes, and Más Madrid—have announced their own alliance but face disagreements regarding who should lead it, particularly concerning Yolanda Díaz.

During a press conference at Congress, Rufián expressed surprise at the reaction stemming from his call to unify leftist groups, insisting that the idea is not novel but rather a response to the ever-increasing presence of right-wing parties in the Spanish political landscape. Rufián argued that a unifying strategy is crucial to counteract the expected dominance of PP and Vox, which he believes could lead to an undesirable outcome in the assembly with potentially 200 seats between them. His emphasis on working collectively without sacrificing the parties' distinct identities is a plea for the left to think strategically about their electoral prospects.

While Rufián's vision for a united front is clear, he did not confirm whether he would take on a leadership role within this coalition. His statement leaves the door open for other leaders to emerge while advocating for a strategic realignment of leftist forces. The challenge ahead appears daunting, as the left must navigate internal disagreements while presenting a united front to voters, particularly in the face of likely gains by their political adversaries in the upcoming election.