When clowns take over a government, it ceases to function as a governing body and instead turns into a circus, albeit one run by supposedly educated individuals, many with university degrees and business qualifications. Yet, competence seems to be the one thing missing from their credentials. How can so many elected officials repeatedly make such fundamental mistakes?
This is not an isolated issue; it permeates the entire system. The Municipality of Orihuela has just concluded a tumultuous week of political drama, further exposing the growing disconnect between those in power and the people they are meant to serve.
On February 8th, 2025, Orihuela effectively became “a preserve of the elite,” embroiled in scandals that have rocked the town hall. Who among the public still believes these individuals are more capable than the average citizen?
Opposition parties, particularly Cambiemos and Ciudadanos, have been more vocal than ever, demanding inquiries into yet another corruption scandal.
This time, the anti-corruption prosecutor’s office is investigating the ruling PP party for alleged irregularities in the road maintenance service. Orihuela City Council has also been criticised for its lack of transparency regarding the maintenance of coastal roads, which is now under the control of the Municipal Environmental Management Service of Orihuela. The question remains: who truly benefits from this restructuring?
According to the Leader newspaper on February 8th, friction between the coalition parties, PP and VOX, is increasing due to funding disputes. However, history has shown that these disagreements rarely result in meaningful change as councillors seem to prioritise their salaries over their integrity.
Since Orihuela’s formation, the PP has governed almost uninterruptedly. Over time, their leadership has grown stagnant, self-serving, and directionless. To find solutions, we must first acknowledge the root of the problem. The same politicians who created this mess cannot be expected to clean it up. The reality is that we are being governed by ideological lunacy.
Discontent is spreading beyond Orihuela Costa; now, the entire municipality feels neglected. What is desperately needed is strong leadership—someone with the charisma and resolve of Johnson, Farage, or Trump. Regardless of personal opinions on their policies, these leaders arrived at critical moments, giving a voice to the marginalised, the disenfranchised, and those who felt unheard.
Orihuela must break free from the cycle of political corruption. The real problem is not just policies but a culture where politicians prioritise personal gain over public service. They have forgotten their fundamental duty: to serve the municipality, not themselves.
The elephant in the room is the urgent need for a new political movement—one that is democratic, transparent, and led by a charismatic figure known and respected on the Coast and beyond.
He or she must be someone capable of uniting the diverse sections of the community—regardless of nationality, profession, or social grouping, by addressing the pressing concerns of families, education, welfare, and infrastructure.
After years of scandal, with past and present mayors parading through the courts alongside their councillors, the people of Orihuela deserve some sort of stability. It is time to rebuild what has been lost, to restore faith in governance, and to prioritise the well-being of the community over the self-interest of politicians.
As John F. Kennedy once said: “Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” Now is the time for the people of Orihuela to demand better, to stand up for their community, and to bring about real change.
