Lecture Series: 'Electoral Accountability and Repression'

Join us for an enlightening lecture as part of the 'Weaving Wisdom, Discovering Knowledge' series, focusing on the history of electoral accountability and the unique challenges faced during the 1-O referendum. This session will present a firsthand account from Jordi Matas Dalmases, the president of the Electoral Syndicate of the October 1 referendum, as he narrates the unusual and oppressive circumstances experienced by the syndics involved. This engaging discussion will delve into political science, judicial persecution, and the implications of electoral processes in contemporary society, enriching participants’ understanding of accountability and civil rights.