Zangrillo: Lo Russo's Dialogue with Askatasuna Led to Violence Near Terrorism; I'm Ready to Govern Piedmont

Italy's Minister for Public Administration, Paolo Zangrillo, has strongly criticized what he calls "condescending" political dialogue with extremist groups, arguing it has fueled a culture of anti-state sentiment and pushed protest forms towards terrorism. Zangrillo specifically pointed to Turin Mayor Stefano Lo Russo's engagement with the group Askatasuna as a grave error.

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I see many, perhaps too many, No TAV parliamentarians traveling on Frecciarossa trains and then opposing the high-speed rail in Valsusa. The result of this accommodating policy is that an anti-state culture has been fed, and thus those forms of protest have become delinquent and then actual acts of terrorism.

"I see many, perhaps too many, No TAV parliamentarians traveling on Frecciarossa trains and then opposing the high-speed rail in Valsusa," Zangrillo stated. "The result of this accommodating policy is that an anti-state culture has been fed, and thus those forms of protest have become delinquent and then actual acts of terrorism."

Zangrillo elaborated on his concerns regarding Turin, a city he feels has become a "cradle of antagonism." He believes that certain political approaches have mistakenly equated delinquency with freedom of thought. "I consider Stefano Lo Russo's condescension towards Askatasuna a serious mistake," he said. "It seems he doesn't understand that Askatasuna must be contained and that initiatives must be taken to dismantle this group, to ensure that the conditions for tolerating these forms of delinquency no longer exist."

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I consider Stefano Lo Russo's condescension towards Askatasuna a serious mistake. It seems he doesn't understand that Askatasuna must be contained and that initiatives must be taken to dismantle this group, to ensure that the conditions for tolerating these forms of delinquency no longer exist.

Regarding potential political ambitions, Zangrillo stated that running for mayor of Turin is not currently in his plans. He believes the center-right coalition possesses numerous capable individuals with strong leadership qualities. While acknowledging that naming specific candidates like Maurizio Marrone is premature, he indicated that parties like Brothers of Italy, Forza Italia, and the League have suitable profiles for a strong candidacy in the upcoming elections.

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It is still a bit premature to name names, although after the holidays, there will be 7 months left until the vote. We must hurry, we have not yet met as allies, we have not yet addressed the issue.