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THEGUARDIAN.COM 2026-11-11

Millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years in protest at housing crisis

Millions of Spaniards participated in a nationwide strike to confront rising housing costs, demanding an end to speculation and tourist rentals that have rendered homes unaffordable. Protests disrupted transport and services, especially in coastal cities, with clashes occurring in Barcelona and Madrid. Despite adverse weather and political opposition, demonstrators voiced deep frustration over generational insecurity, portraying the action as a vital resistance against economic inequality and corporate exploitation.

Surprisingly, Spain beat France to be first to do a nationwide General Strike.  Of all the forms of "peaceful" protest, this one is the most effective.  Nothing bugs a Capitalist more than  losing money.  Like France though, Spain doesn't have a lot of wiggle room as far as spare money to throw at the problem, so solutions aren't readily apparent.  Obviously, building more affordable housing is the long term solution, but even starting 2moro, that will take a few years.  The strikers need some short term solutions also.

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