VOICED: Marea humana contra los recortes

A mass protest took place in Madrid against the Spanish government's new austerity measures, which include tax increases and cuts to unemployment benefits and public services. Unions organized demonstrations in 80 cities, expressing dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Rajoy's policies. Workers, particularly in the metal industry, voiced concerns over losing rights and public services being dismantled. The country faces a brain drain as scientists and academics leave, while the public endures economic sacrifices amid a 25% unemployment rate. The government's plan aims to save 65 billion euros by 2014, but it has been met with strong opposition, especially from public sector workers.

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