Carmona Council Denies Cancelling Paqui Maqueda’s Book Event
Recent events in Carmona, Spain, have generated controversy regarding the planned presentation of Paqui Maqueda’s book, “Querida mía.” Local political group Adelante Andalucía claimed that the municipal government had canceled the event at the Public Library “José María Requena.” In response, the municipal council has firmly denied these allegations.
Carmona Council Responds to Censorship Claims
The Carmona City Council, led by the Popular Party, completely refutes the accusations made by Adelante Andalucía. Officials stated, “It is absolutely false that the City Council has canceled any event.” They provided a detailed account of the events surrounding the proposed book presentation.
Details of the Book Presentation Proposal
- The City Council received an initial proposal to host the book presentation.
- Approval was granted to use the municipal space for the event.
- Issues arose when the event was publicized, identifying Adelante Andalucía as co-organizers.
The city officials clarified that a standard procedure was followed once the controversy began. They emphasized that any political party involved in organizing the event would not have the municipal platform associated with it.
Next Steps for the Event
The Carmona Council stated that the organization would need to submit a new request, clearly listing all event organizers. A representative noted, “Today, the association has presented a new application that will be evaluated by the Cultural Delegation, as any other proposal would be.”
Clarification on Censorship Accusations
The council categorically denied any claims of censoring the book or the cultural event. “In no case has there been censorship of any book or event,” officials declared.
This incident arises amid broader concerns about political influences on cultural events in Carmona, with Adelante Andalucía accusing the local government of stifling democratic memory initiatives.
As the discussions unfold, the City Council aims to ensure that cultural events can proceed without political interference, striving for transparency in their processes.
