The floods have devastated Valencia, with over 200 dead and many missing, while exposing the incompetence of state institutions, leaving communities without basic necessities.
Populism thrives in times of crisis, as anti-government sentiments rise in response to perceived state failures, underscoring a deeper crisis in trust towards established institutions.
Historical struggles with water have deeply shaped the Valencian identity, highlighting the region's dual relationship as both vulnerable to natural disasters and resilient through agricultural abundance.
The slogan 'Only the people save the people' reflects a growing sentiment in Spanish society: a lack of faith in government competency during crises fosters populist narratives.
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