ItalyThe journalist Pigi Battista discusses the perceived detachment of the Italian left from common public sentiment, particularly in reaction to the case of Mario Roggero, who is currently in prison after killing two robbers. Battista argues that the left has become isolated in its views and seems disconnected from the general population’s understanding of reality. He contrasts this with the right, which he says tends to romanticize Roggero’s actions, though he acknowledges this is not the most important issue. Battista emphasizes that while the left appears indifferent to the emotional and social context behind such acts, the right often overidealizes them. He criticizes both sides for failing to fully grasp the complexities of human behavior and the broader societal issues surrounding crime and justice.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the left as emotionally detached from the 'common sense' of ordinary people, implying criticism of progressive values. It highlights the contrast between the left and the right, portraying the latter as more aligned with public sentiment, albeit with some exaggeration. The tone is
