For the broad field that would allow the left to be competitive, a “federator” is needed. In short, Elly Schlein and Giuseppe Conte are not enough to create a new Ulivo. We are working underground, with a view to the European elections and beyond. Maria Teresa Meli in Corriere della Sera sees some clues, such as the words of Pierluigi Castagnetti: “After the European Championship we will need to build a new Olive Tree”, and of Matteo Renzi: “The new Olive Tree is the plan of the Democratic Party, but Conte doesn’t federate it, Schlein doesn’t federate it, an administrator who is on the ground can do it… or a female administrator…” There are already some identity kits. The clues lead to Beppe Sala, who “is loved on the left”, we read in the backstory, “and boasts a discreet relationship with Giuseppe Conte and a similar friendship with Grillo”.
In the Democratic Party, especially among those who do not support Schlein, there is pressure for Paolo Gentiloni. “So far he has said neither yes nor no and says he is busy in Brussels, but as the operation would start in autumn 2024 or so, this would not be a problem”; explains Correio. There is a third name supported by the world that revolves around Romano Prodi, that of the political scientist “Filippo Andreatta, who would have on his side the fact that he still has a little-known face and is well under sixty”.
That said, Schlein and Conte should step aside. Don’t leave space just for the federator. But present yourself to the vote for the next political elections with a candidate for prime minister who is not the leader of the Democratic Party or the 5 Star Movement.
Source: IL Tempo
Emma Fitzgerald is an accomplished political journalist and author at The Nation View. With a background in political science and international relations, she has a deep understanding of the political landscape and the forces that shape it.
