Spaniards are gearing up to vote in general elections, hoping to break months of political stalemate
The polling stations are slated to open on Sunday. Four major parties will compete against each other for the second time since last December. The inconclusive December election resulted in a fragmented parliament.
The Popular Party garnered the most votes and 123 of the 350 seats but fell shy of a majority to form a government. It has, however, acted as a caretaker government since then. Recent polls suggest that the voting might again end in gridlock. They also predict low turnout due to a sense of frustration among people.
Analysts say, Brexit could tip the balance in favor of the leftist coalition of Podemos, since it supported the UK leave camp.
PressTV
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