The Rajoy School of Political Science
The Spanish prime minister’s strategy is always to wait and wait until circumstances change in his favor.
People’s Party (Spain)
Rajoy Vindicated, Grows Party in Spain’s Reelections
The prime minister expands his People’s Party’s plurality, putting him in a stronger position to stay in power.
Rajoy’s Left-Right Narrative Could Crush Socialists
Mariano Rajoy hopes to win back power by framing the election as a choice between himself and the far left.
Rajoy Reiterates Call for Left-Right Coalition in Spain
The conservative party leader will seek a deal with the Socialists.
Spain’s Parties Go Through Necessary Motions in Talks
The Socialists must explore a coalition they don’t like while the conservatives bide their time.
Spain’s Rajoy Declines Mandate to Form Government
The outgoing prime minister won’t even try to form a government without the support of Congress.
Spain’s Rajoy Wins Election But Loses Majority
Spain’s ruling conservative party wins the most seats, but loses its majority in Congress.
Spanish Parties in Three-Way Tie for Election
Conservative, liberal and socialist parties are vying for first place in Spain’s general election.
Catalan Secessionism Could Benefit Rajoy in Election
Catalonia’s independence bid allows Mariano Rajoy to portray himself as the defender of Spanish unity.
Spain’s Rajoy Bets on Growing Economy, Calls Elections
The Spanish leader hopes an improving economy will give his party a fighting chance in the election.
Rajoy Takes Lead as Spain’s Protest Parties Wither
Spain’s ruling party seems to be winning back support now that the economy is improving.
Spain Sees Growth But Ruling Party Remains Unpopular
Despite optimistic growth forecasts, Spain’s ruling conservatives remain unpopular.
Spanish Punish Traditional Parties, Split Vote Four Ways
Disillusioned Spanish voters give the far left and a once-small liberal party the benefit of the doubt.
Spain’s Rajoy Announces More Cuts, Tax Increases
The Spanish leader unveils “necessary” austerity measures to bring spending in line with revenue.
Spain’s Conservatives Claim Historic Election Win
The opposition People’s Party will replace the socialist administration of Prime Minister Zapatero.