«I don't see why it is necessary to have an anti-fascist license to express one's opinions. I also claim consideration for Mussolini , who is a statesman as were Cavour, Stalin and all the men who occupied state positions: he is the first definition of 'statesman' in the dictionary." This was said by General Roberto Vannacci , candidate with the League for the European elections a few days ago. Vannacci, interviewed by La Stampa , maintains that abortion is «an unfortunate necessity to which women are forced to resort . I don't think it's a right." And speaking of school, he specifies: "I believe that classes with 'separate characteristics' would help children with great potential to express themselves to the fullest , and even those with more difficulties would be helped in a special way." «It is not discriminatory – he specifies – for students with problems I rely on specialists. I don't specialize in disabilities. However, I certainly wouldn't put a disabled person to run with someone who breaks the one hundred meter record. You can make him do a lesson together, out of a spirit of belonging, but then he needs specific help."

On how to improve the relationship with Northern Italian Northern League supporters, Vannacci states: « There is no need to extend olive branches , because I have never raised any problems. If someone has expressed themselves negatively towards me, I understand, it's part of a phase, but when it comes to working together I hope we close the cupboards of the past and look to the future."

Vannacci was also interviewed by Corriere della Sera : «Minister Crosetto was ironic, sarcastic, even a little cryptic - he said, commenting on the words of the Defense Minister who defined his candidacy as a "win-win" - Everyone is free to think what he wants, I hope not to disappoint him, certainly if I were to be elected in Brussels I would fight in every way to pursue peace in the shortest possible time ."

And he is convinced about the discontent in the League: « Those who have stomach aches will make it go away . I am an independent, I don't have a party card but I have my ideals which largely coincide with those of the League."

Vannacci's words, particularly those about disabled people, have aroused harsh reactions and controversy . For his part, the general then clarified on Facebook: «Clearly the title completely distorts my words with which I strongly assert that disabled people need special attention and additional help and not that they should be separated. The election campaign has begun! ».

(Unioneonline/vl)

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