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The regional elections in Tuscany have brought to light a significant decline in voter participation. Up until 23 p.m., turnout stood at 35,7%, a figure worrying compared to the 2020 elections, when 45,8% of eligible voters had cast their ballots at the same time. This trend was confirmed in previous surveys, with a decrease of approximately 10% compared to the last election.
The official data are available on the Ministry of the Interior's portal and the polls will soon reopen for the counting phase. The situation is arousing interest, especially for the parties in the running, who are trying to interpret the reason for this. abstention in a sunny setting with beach resorts still open in Versilia.
The protagonists of the electoral competition
Two main figures compete for the leadership of Tuscany: Eugenio Giani, outgoing governor, and Alexander Tomasi, mayor of Pistoia since 2017, representing the center-right. Giani struggled to unite the so-called wide field, while Tomasi aims to conquer the red bastion after 50 years of domination by the center-left. The presence of Antonella Bundu, a far-left candidate whose main goal is to overcome the 5% threshold.
Challenges for candidates
For Giani and Tomasi, voter turnout is crucial. The historical trend that sees the right disadvantaged by abstention now requires careful analysis. Surprisingly, Pistoia recorded the highest turnout, with 34%, while Florence, traditionally more active, recorded a worrying 32,9% compared to 40,3% in the past. This may reflect the effectiveness of Tomasi and his party's campaign. Brothers of Italy.
A comparison between past and present
Il 62,6% of turnout recorded five years ago now seems like a distant dream, and the fear is that the numbers could get closer to the 48% historical of 2015, when the Democratic Party obtained the victory with Enrico Rossi. In this round, voters can also take advantage of the disjoint vote, a possibility that allows you to select a president and a list from another party.
The consequences for the political future
If the majority were to prevail, it would be a significant victory for Giani and his team, while for the progressives it would be a 2 to 1 after the recent defeats in Marche and Calabria, confirming the strategy of joining forces promoted by Elly SchleinHowever, the high turnout could make Giani's victory less enthusiastic.
Appeals and messages from the candidates
During the campaign, Giani tried to maintain a climate of fair play, emphasizing the importance of debate on issues crucial to citizens. He also launched an appeal to vote, reminding citizens that the right to vote is fundamental: "It's important that people vote in Tuscany." On the other hand, Tomasi took his children to the polls, emphasizing the importance of democratic participation as a party for everyone.
Finally, Roberto Vannacci of the League shared his experience at the polls on social media, emphasizing his civic duty and poking fun at a gaffe by Giani. Tensions remain high until the count, when it will be clear which party of the center-right coalition will have won the most votes and what the final outcome of the election will be.