Vox, a far-right political party in Spain, has struggled to gain traction in Euskadi, a region marked by strong local identity and political engagement. Although the party garnered 12.4% of the national vote in the 2023 general elections, this figure plummeted to just 2.9% in Euskadi, with only 2% support in the regional elections. Experts highlight that the relatively low levels of political disaffection and a strong resistance to Spanish nationalism and neo-Francoism contribute to this phenomenon, underscoring Euskadi's exception in the broader trend of far-right popularity in Spain.

The findings from research by professors Sonia Alonso and Matthias Scantamburlo from the University of Deusto, soon to be published in their book 'La democracia en Euskadi,' explain that Vox's attempts to strengthen its foothold by appealing to Basque identity against immigration have largely failed. With 74.4% of the Basque population explicitly stating they would never vote for Vox, the party's messaging has clearly not resonated with the local electorate. This indicates a significant disconnect between Vox's national rhetoric and the region's political sentiments.

Overall, the situation in Euskadi exemplifies the complexities of regional politics in Spain, where local identities and historical context can significantly influence electoral behavior. This mismatch not only challenges Vox's ambitions in the Basque Country but also raises broader questions about the future of far-right movements in regions that maintain distinct cultural and political identities.