SpainThe article by Joaquín Urías criticizes the Spanish judiciary, arguing that it operates outside democratic norms and functions more like a governing body than an impartial arbiter. Urías contends that judges, particularly those in leadership positions, do not derive their authority from democratic elections but rather through opaque career paths and internal promotions. This lack of democratic legitimacy, combined with the judiciary’s growing influence over politically sensitive issues such as immigration and territorial conflicts, raises concerns about its role in governance. The piece highlights structural flaws within Spain’s judicial system, including the Council General of the Judiciary being dominated by partisan interests and the erosion of democratic accountability. It suggests that the judiciary has increasingly acted as a de facto ruling power, undermining constitutional principles of separation of powers.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the judiciary as an undemocratic institution that exercises undue political power, aligning with leftist critiques of institutional elitism and calls for greater democratic oversight. The emphasis on the judiciary’s detachment from electoral processes and its perceived overreach—t
