"Leaves the far right without oxygen": the left raises an 'army' of 95,000 users on WhatsApp with Belén Esteban memes

Spanish left-wing parties are mobilizing through WhatsApp, amassing over 95,000 users with engaging content and memes. They aim to counteract the far-right's influence, inspired by successful campaigns in Brazil. Podemos, Frente Amplio, and PSOE have launched channels to connect with voters, while Vox focuses on Santiago Abascal's image. The left's strategy includes sharing achievements and encouraging users to ignore far-right narratives. WhatsApp's popularity in Spain, reaching 94.6% of internet users, makes it a vital tool for political communication. The left's rapid growth in followers highlights the effectiveness of this approach in the upcoming elections.

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