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(Salamanca, Fall 2011)

Now is a time of protest in Spain and across the world. Earlier this semester, Salmantinos against bullfighting gathered in the Plaza Mayor to voice their discontent. It was an interesting dynamic, because many citizens are pro-bullfighting, and some shouted throughout the rally to disrupt it. Bullfighting is mostly popular with the older generation, but it will likely be a long time before it becomes illegal across Spain.

The 15M movement has also been demonstrating in the Plaza almost every day since I've been in Salamanca. Starting out as a disorganized mass, it has recently become a rallying force throughout Spain, as well as in some other cities in the world. This past weekend, hundreds of people gathered to voice their discontent with Spain's high unemployment, among other social issues.