Gabriel Rufián and Isabel Díaz Ayuso Lead as Most Desired Politicians in Spain Survey
A study reveals Gabriel Rufián and Isabel Díaz Ayuso as the most desired male and female politicians in Spain, highlighting their significant popularity and public appeal.
- • Gabriel Rufián leads as the most desired male politician with 27% votes.
- • Isabel Díaz Ayuso tops female politicians with 35% votes and is Spain's most fantasized celebrity.
- • The survey included over 5,000 participants across Spain.
- • Psychologists link politicians’ appeal to their perceived power and authoritative image.
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A recent comprehensive study by Diversual involving over 5,000 Spanish participants reveals the top desired politicians across Spain. Gabriel Rufián of ERC ranks as the most desired male politician with 27% of the votes, trailed by Pedro Sánchez of PSOE at 24% and former Ciudadanos member Albert Rivera at 23%. In the female category, Isabel Díaz Ayuso stands out with a commanding 35%, followed by Inés Arrimadas at 24% and Irene Montero from Podemos at 17%. This study uniquely places political figures alongside celebrities from other fields, showing their significant appeal among Spaniards. Notably, Ayuso is the most fantasized celebrity overall with 8% of votes, surpassing well-known figures such as Cristina Pedroche and Alexia Putellas. Psychologists participating in the study suggest that the political figures’ attractiveness is linked to perceived power and authority. Rufián’s allure is largely due to his non-conformist image, Sánchez projects calm authority, while Ayuso embodies an alpha female persona balancing power and approachability. Although Rufián tops the male politicians’ list, he ranks fourth overall behind some actors and athletes, underscoring the strong crossover appeal of politics in Spanish popular culture.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.