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Irene Montero announces her candidacy to lead Podemos in the general elections

The MEP and former Minister of Equality aims to establish a broad list and proposes open primaries for selecting the left's leader.

12 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Irene Montero, MEP and former Minister of Equality, has formalized her candidacy to lead Podemos in the upcoming general elections during an event held at the Espacio Larra in Madrid. At this event, Montero presented a project focused on building a strong left, emphasizing the need for a list that is "as broad as possible."

Among the proposals Montero will pursue are the regulation of housing prices, the reduction of the workweek to 35 hours, and the implementation of a minimum wage of 1,800 euros. These measures were mentioned as central pillars of her political platform.

Additionally, Montero announced that she will undergo open primaries to choose the leader of the left. During her speech, she highlighted that these primaries will be open to anyone interested in participating, as well as to those who wish to present their candidacy.

The slogan of the event, "Peace, home, work," underscores the main focuses of her proposal, centered on improving citizens' living conditions. Montero was joined at the event by other party members, such as Serigne Mbayé, Ione Belarra, and Mar Cambrollé.

Montero's candidacy is launched in a context where Sumar, another figure of the left, has yet to define its candidate for the general elections. This adds a component of competition among political formations within the left spectrum in Spain.

According to reports from various sources, Montero aims to connect with different sectors of the population, appealing to change the rules of the current political system. With this decision, she hopes to not only consolidate her leadership within Podemos but also attract a broader electorate in the upcoming electoral process.

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