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Bob Pop Says He Is Weighing Run for Barcelona Mayor With Comuns Backing

He casts the potential bid as a continuation of Ada Colau’s approach, prioritizing housing, social resources, and non‑profit management of basic services.

Overview

  • Speaking on Cadena SER, the writer and media figure said he is seriously considering entering the Barcelona municipal race.
  • He said he would submit to Barcelona en Comú’s participatory processes, including primaries, before seeking any nomination.
  • He linked his interest to long‑standing support for Ada Colau and a desire to extend her municipal model centered on people.
  • He acknowledged he has not formalized a candidacy and is weighing the personal and professional costs of moving into institutional politics.
  • He noted he resides in Barcelona despite being born in Madrid and argued the city offers a realistic arena for social change and clear communication of municipal powers.