At least 51 people have died in Spain from devastating flash floods, authorities say
Associated PressOCT 26 2024
Spain's King and Queen, Top Officials, Pelted With Mud Over Flood Response
Above: King Felipe VI during his visit to an area affected by the DANA, on November 3, 2024, in Paiporta, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. Image copyright: Rober Solsona/Europa Press/Contributor via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
The anger of the people is understandable. Many lost homes, businesses, as well as the lives of loved ones. The government is listening and is doing all it can to help ease people's suffering.
Establishment-critical narrative
What did these leaders expect when they visited Paiporta? These floods have totally devastated the region and the government response has been completely inadequate.