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People’s Party (Spain)

Spanish Parties in Three-Way Tie for Election

Conservative, liberal and socialist parties are vying for first place in Spain’s general election.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 30, 2015November 30, 2021

Catalan Secessionism Could Benefit Rajoy in Election

Catalonia’s independence bid allows Mariano Rajoy to portray himself as the defender of Spanish unity.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 12, 2015November 18, 2021

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.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 27, 2015November 15, 2021

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.

Nick OttensNick OttensAugust 6, 2015November 30, 2021

Spain Sees Growth But Ruling Party Remains Unpopular

Despite optimistic growth forecasts, Spain’s ruling conservatives remain unpopular.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 1, 2015November 29, 2021

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.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 25, 2015November 18, 2021

Spain’s Rajoy Announces More Cuts, Tax Increases

The Spanish leader unveils “necessary” austerity measures to bring spending in line with revenue.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 11, 2012December 28, 2019

Spain’s Conservatives Claim Historic Election Win

The opposition People’s Party will replace the socialist administration of Prime Minister Zapatero.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 20, 2011October 24, 2019

Spanish Conservatives Prepare for Government

Spaniards will probably give the conservatives a majority even though they have few specific economic plans.

Nick OttensNick OttensAugust 2, 2011October 24, 2019

Conservatives Win in Spain’s Richest State

The outcome underscores the unpopularity of Spain’s socialist prime minister.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 7, 2010April 23, 2021

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