Carmen Calvo

Carmen Calvo served as Vice President of the Spanish government under Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez after he assumed office following the 2018 motion of censure. She was initially appointed with broad powers, overseeing the Ministry of the Presidency and Relations with the Courts, which included negotiations with parliamentary groups, as well as equality policies. The articles highlight her initial importance and influence within Sánchez's government. However, the articles suggest a shift in Sánchez's governing style, moving away from relying on a single, experienced figure like Calvo to a more distributed leadership structure, particularly after the inclusion of Unidas Podemos in the government. The articles reflect on the evolution of Sánchez's government and the diminishing of the 'foundational spirit' from its early days, indirectly pointing to a change in Calvo's role and influence over time.