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Forza Italia Leader Craxi: 'Garantismo' Key, Party Won't Back Wiretap Rules as Is
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Forza Italia Leader Craxi: 'Garantismo' Key, Party Won't Back Wiretap Rules as Is

From Corriere della Sera · () Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources Context piece
  • Stefania Craxi, leader of Forza Italia in the Senate, emphasizes the importance of "garantismo" (rule of law and due process) in politics.
  • She states Forza Italia will not vote for proposed wiretapping regulations as they stand, but seeks dialogue rather than coalition division.
  • Craxi also discusses the need for governing capacity in electoral law and rejects the idea of Forza Italia aligning with figures like Vannacci, positioning the party as a liberal and reformist force.

Stefania Craxi, the leader of Forza Italia (FI) in the Italian Senate, has articulated her party's stance on several key legislative issues, stressing the principle of "garantismo" – upholding the rule of law and due process – as central to their political identity. Craxi expressed disappointment with the current climate of harsh political confrontation, advocating for respect for institutions and responsible public discourse.

For us, garantismo is not impunity but the very essence of the rule of law.

— Stefania CraxiCraxi defined the Forza Italia party's core principle of 'garantismo'.

"For us, garantismo is not impunity but the very essence of the rule of law," Craxi stated, distinguishing it from "giustizialismo" (a punitive approach to justice). She affirmed her support for granting clemency to a prisoner based on age, viewing it as an act of humanity accompanying justice. However, she firmly rejected changes to the self-defense law, arguing it should not allow citizens to act as vigilantes and emphasizing the need for rigorous case-by-case application rather than emotional reforms.

Regarding proposed regulations on wiretapping, Craxi declared that Forza Italia "will never vote for those norms as they are." She clarified that FI's refusal would not be responsible for dividing the ruling coalition, noting that amendments were presented by allies without prior consultation. While remaining loyal, Craxi called for reciprocal loyalty and reiterated FI's firm stance on principles, coupled with a willingness to find solutions through dialogue.

FI will never vote for those norms as they are.

— Stefania CraxiCraxi stated Forza Italia's position on proposed wiretapping regulations.

Craxi also addressed perceptions of the center-right coalition aligning with controversial figures like Vannacci, dismissing the notion that alliances can be built on single issues. She highlighted significant divergences on international positioning, economic policies, and fundamental values. Craxi positioned Forza Italia as a "force of reason" and the "liberal and reformist bulwark" against polarization, capable of representing the working and productive segment of Italy and preserving the center-right's identity.

We remain loyal, but we also ask for loyalty.

— Stefania CraxiCraxi emphasized the need for mutual loyalty within the coalition.
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Originally published by Corriere della Sera in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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