Carlos Mazón's Resignation: A Controversial Exit with Blame and Acknowledgment

In a brief yet impactful appearance, Carlos Mazón, the now former president of the Valencian Community, announced his resignation, though he notably refrained from explicitly using the words 'resignation' or 'step down.' His remarks, delivered from the Palau de la Generalitat, highlighted both his personal struggles and a call to the parliamentary majority to elect a new president. 'I assure you that by personal will, I would have resigned a long time ago. But I can't take it anymore. It has been an honor to serve my land as president of the Generalitat,' he stated, capturing the emotional weight of his departure. ERC spokesperson Gabriel Rufián promptly responded on social media to Mazón's words, labeling the resignation as 'cowardly, false, and perverse.' Rufián particularly criticized Mazón's brief mention of the recent DANA disaster, remarking that 'Ah, and 5 seconds for the 229 dead. Literally.' This reaction vividly underscores the discontent surrounding the handling of the tragedy and the perceived inadequacies in Mazón's acknowledgment of the lives lost. During his address, Mazón did concede to some mistakes, admitting, 'I should have had the political vision to stay. I know I made mistakes. I acknowledge them, and I will live with them for the rest of my life.' He clarified that his errors, which included not requesting a national emergency declaration and adhering to that day's schedule, were not born from political calculation or malevolence. 'We did not know that there were dead until the early morning of the 30th. We did not take into account the magnitude of the catastrophe and what was happening in the Barranco del Poyo,' he explained, attempting to make sense of his decisions under intense pressure. In a further escalation of the political discourse, Mazón used the opportunity to criticize the government of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the broader left-wing political landscape. He accused them of orchestrating a 'brutal campaign' to tarnish his reputation, claiming, 'They have even said that I was celebrating a birthday dining with politicians and with my phone turned off, going so far as to say that I was avoiding sending the alert to again show the worst face of the left to take advantage of death for politics.' This assertion hints at the deepening divisions within the political arena, where accusations and counter-accusations are rife in the wake of a tragedy. Mazón's resignation marks a pivotal moment in Valencia's political scene, as the call for a new president looms and the repercussions of recent events continue to resonate. His departure not only reflects personal turmoil but also points to broader systemic challenges and the contentious political climate that envelops the region. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2