Italian politician joins new party, claims speech was altered

Roberto Stefana, a figure from Lumezzane, finds himself in a peculiar political "limbo," having reportedly joined Matteo Vannacci's "Futuro Nazionale" party while still serving on the board of Forza Italia. This dual affiliation has raised questions about party communication and internal processes.

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I am in a limbo, still on the board of Forza Italia and having taken Vannacci's membership card.

Stefana alleges that a speech he prepared for the "Futuro Nazionale" constituent assembly on June 13-14 was modified. He claims that while the published text includes his original statements, unauthorized additions were made. Stefana stated that his contribution was initially shared in a private chat for the event and that the chat has since been deleted, preventing him from providing screenshots of his original text.

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They published a part of an intervention that I did not make.

Adding to the complexity, Stefana has also submitted his resignation letter from the presidency of the Training Agency in Lumezzane to the mayor. However, he has agreed to postpone his official resignation pending a meeting with the mayor next week. He is also seeking clarity and support from his local Forza Italia chapter and provincial coordinator.

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I don't want to damage anyone. They reported everything I said but they also added other things.

Stefana expressed his desire to remain in his role at the Training Agency until 2029 if he receives backing from his party colleagues. Despite these ongoing deliberations and the alleged communication issues with "Futuro Nazionale," Stefana maintains he does not wish to take legal action, stating, "I don't want to damage anyone."

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It didn't start well with Futuro Nazionale.