The municipalist party Primero Canarias held its first major meeting for militants and supporters in Vecindario this Sunday, bringing together approximately 2,000 people from the 21 municipalities of Gran Canaria. The event served to display its organizational power, reinforce its island-wide presence, and convey a message of unity for future electoral processes.
The gathering, held at La Karpa in Santa Lucía de Tirajana, featured key party leaders, including the mayor of Gáldar and vice-president of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, Teodoro Sosa; the mayor of Santa Lucía de Tirajana, Francisco García; the mayor of Ingenio, Vanesa Martín; the mayor of Telde, Juan Antonio Peña; and the president of Municipalistas Primero Canarias and mayor of Agüimes, Óscar Hernández.
“"Our strength is our militancy"
During his speech, Teodoro Sosa highlighted the crucial role of the municipalist project's social base, stating, "Our strength is our militancy." He thanked attendees and affirmed that the turnout demonstrates the consolidation of an organization that continues to grow on the island.
A central theme of the day was the necessity of strengthening Canarias' representation in state institutions. Sosa appealed to the "Canarian vote," emphasizing the importance of coordination among political forces with Canarian affiliation to defend the Archipelago's interests in Madrid. "If you live, think, and feel Canarian, you must care about Canarias and vote for Canarias," he stated.
Óscar Hernández, for his part, championed the municipalist nature of the project and advocated for a political approach based on proximity to citizens, asserting that the organization originates from direct contact with the real problems faced by residents. He promoted dialogue and understanding over constant confrontation.
The mayor of Telde, Juan Antonio Peña, underscored the party's inclusive character, aiming to unite different sensibilities under a common objective and focusing on elements that unite Canarian society. Francisco García and Vanesa Martín agreed on the need to continue strengthening the organization through proximity work and active listening.
The event featured political speeches, musical performances, and opportunities for militants and supporters to socialize. The organization intends to make this gathering an annual event linked to Canarias Day, aiming to expand its institutional presence in the coming years.
