Maria Herrera Mellado 
The phrase «Africa begins at the Pyrenees» was often used by the French and the English to demean Spain. Such a derogatory and borderline racist remark, by today’s “woke” standards, would warrant an apology and perhaps a public display of repentance. However, this envious slur, which gained traction especially from the 19th century onwards, was an attempt to hide the fact that Spain is the greatest and most vital connection between Europe and the Americas. The real tragedy is that many Spaniards and Latin Americans have internalized this notion as part of the Black Legend against our history and culture, turning it into an accepted dogma.
Between the 18th and 19th centuries, the British concluded that «Spain must be defeated in America, not in Europe.» While some may refer to Madrid as “the capital of the empire,” it is worth noting that Seville, also known as “the New York of the Baroque,” was the cultural and economic capital from the late 15th century to the early 18th century. However, by the 18th century, the true capital of the empire could be considered Mexico City, according to the teachings of Tomás Pérez Vejo, a Spanish historian based in Mexico.
Spain stands as the bridge between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, the point where Europe and Africa meet (or rather, diverge), and the powerful current that shapes the West through Europe and the Americas. There is no greater geopolitical significance. It is for this reason that the São Paulo Forum has set its sights on Spain—not only through Podemos and other Chávez-aligned factions, but also through a PSOE that engages in lucrative deals, starting with Delcy Rodríguez’s suitcase incident.
Thus, while Spain is the embodiment of America in Europe, this potential is not being fully realized. We Hispanics often fail to recognize the geopolitical value we hold, along with the possibilities that come with it.
However, we don’t have to resign ourselves to this situation. It is time for the tide to turn because when we unite, we are invincible. Let us always remember the example of the armada led by Bernardo de Gálvez, with distinguished names like Gardoqui, Miralles, Córdoba, Unzaga, and Saavedra, who played a key role in the birth of the United States.
María Herrera Mellado es una abogada de EE.UU. y licenciada en España. Doctora en Ciencias Jurídicas y Analista política. La Dra. Herrera es conocida por su amplia experiencia en análisis y consultas en el diseño de políticas públicas, propuestas de ley y gestión en relaciones internacionales.
Su reconocimiento proviene de sus contribuciones al análisis y representación legal de diversas organizaciones, empresas e individuos que han visto abusados sus derechos humanos, su privacidad o en la inclusión de políticas efectivas fundamentalmente en el ámbito de la transparencia y la rendición de cuentas, así como la lucha contra la corrupción.
Su formación académica y experiencias profesionales la convierten en una voz respetada en el debate público y en el análisis de temas de actualidad sobre todo en los desafíos políticos y legales contemporáneos.
María Herrera Mellado is a U.S.-based attorney also licensed in Spain. She holds a PhD in Legal Sciences and is known as a media legal and policy analyst.
Dr. Herrera is recognized for her extensive experience in analyzing and consulting on public policy design, legislative proposals, and international relations management.
Her recognition stems from her contributions to the analysis and legal representation of various organizations, companies, and individuals whose human rights or privacy have been violated, or who have benefited from the inclusion of effective policies, primarily in the areas of transparency, accountability, and the fight against corruption.
Her academic background and professional experience make her a respected voice in public debate and in the analysis of current issues, particularly in contemporary political and legal challenges.
Spain was shielded for decades from communism, wokeism and all things leftist by nationalist Franco. No wonder Spain is in much better shape today than the countries that embraced globalism.
Totally agree with the article and congatulate the author.
However, there is also another country on the same situation, and that is Portugal.
Dumbest thing I ever read. Spain which population refuses to work and the government incentives it. Spain is socialist and mostly Catholic. Only had an empire because it was near first, as soon as there were any challengers it crumbled.
Nonsensical. What does the title have to do with the article? What is this article about? I have a feeling this was written by AI and this lady put her byline on it with bothering to proof read it.
She made an assertion, but she did not make her case. Unless the Iberians prevent mass immigration from Islamic countries, they will again be conquered, this time without a fight.
Spain is doomed just like the rest of Europe. Their leftist politicians allowing massive Muslim invasion will destroy Spain and Spanish culture. It took Spain over 700 years to expel them the first time but with low native birth rates and unfettered Muslim invasion the future is not very bright. Spain needs to expel the Muslims else chaos will ensue, look at Germany and France. That is coming to Spain.
Pointless article unless perhaps advocating for hispanics of Central and South America to invade Spain rather than The US.
I fail to see how a socialist nation (Spain) is any way, shape or form like a capitalist nation like the US.
Spain is only Socialist with Healthcare. They are a capitalistic society. They just have excessive unemployment because they don’t produce anything. The government definitely doesn’t incentivize unemployment.
They are still happier people than most countries, including the US.
Nothing in the article explains why or how Spain is – supposedly – so American.
And even if Spain is very American ( which I seriously doubt is true ) , Spain is like 3000 miles away on the other side of the ocean, they are not the ones invading the USA and replacing Americans.
Spain is the least American European country I’dcompare it to Turkey which is also gross and not European. Many in the the USA define America as the USA not Central or South America.
Let’s not forget Spain was suckered early by China as China demanded all trade be paid in Silver, Great Britain also was suckered by China as they had to have thier Tea also paid in Silver. All the silver in Mexico went to China empowering them further.
Today Mexico is Xhina’s middleman for trafficking fetynel. Also many Chinese manufacturing companies are moving to Mexico to dump thier subpar garbage into the USA with the help of Spanish Mexico. A jobs killer for U.S citizen’s.
Is Mexico really just an extension of the Spanish crown making it a socialist state monarchy? Are the leaders really elected or selected? Recent President is from that tribe that wears those funny little hats and behind all that’s wrong with this world. The former President no better was a straight up socialist as President. Trump said many times. There is no true property ownership in Mexico which aligns with one of ten planks of the Communist manifesto. So much wrong with that culture heavily influenced by China.
You can also see the Asian influence Mexicans bring to the USA in not only thier slanted Asiatic eyes but the culture of being parasitic Some call them Chinos.
The Texas «Come & Take it» Motto was born from the results of tyrannical Spain and thier leadership. Forcing the Papacy onto Pioneers who wanted to expand Western Civilization and build businesses that were Protestants. Spain/ Mexico had no Western values of religious freedom, even back then it was communist lite before we knew the word. The catholic church also sold out Pioneers giving locations and intel to not only tyrant Mexicans but Savage Indians too resulting in lots of mahiem on innocents. The Anglo-Saxons had to get tough and do some ugly stuff to correct all this the result was from the Atlantic to the Pacific we have a home Under a Constitution written by Anglo-Saxons.
Today we have catholic charities Harboring Aiding and Abetting illegal aliens and this invasion that robs Civilization & Taxpayers alike. There is so much more I could write so about the negatives of Spain and its territories south of the U.S border.
With all that said, Spain could correct itself in these ways that have infiltrated the Spanish culture over the last few hundred years. First they must break the Chinese and funny hat people yoke as both embrace forms of socialism and Communist. Remember Trotsky ran to Mexico why is that? Easy answer is the leftist tyrannical slant these Spanish colonies possess.
Looking at that birth rate… not for long.
Spain is based on Catholicism.
The us is based on stolen Catholicism.
bitter f-masons and prots in the comments based on little but hll and dmntion.
@Concerend
Spain got to be in the shape it is because of Roman Catholicism. Countries descended from Great Britain have been in far better condition because of the lack of a Roman Catholic based tyranny.
Freemasonry is weak in Spain because of Franco’s regime. It is not all that strong in the US, with lodges closing on a regular basis. Protestants did build the US, and for that, we can all be thankful.
Elites in Span hate Franco because he prevented the communists from taking over. The further left they are, the more they hate Franco.
Spain is almost communist at this point, so yes in that sense it is very American.
@RedSheep
Thank you for your historical analysis. It is clear, devoid of bias, hate, and putdowns. It has been some time since I read such opinion.
You, Sir, qualify for the Nobel Price of Ignorance. You missed mentioning that the Black Legend is your source. You speak out of the deepest ignorance and stupidity, but you made me laugh.