The recent occupation of Madrid’s Puerta del Sol by housing rights protesters has revived memories of the 2011 anti-austerity revolt known as the 15-M movement. That movement, which began on May 15, 2011, was marked by a populist tone and widespread dissatisfaction with economic hardship and political corruption. In contrast, the current movement is clearly left-wing in orientation, focusing on class issues and the right to housing. The protests were sparked by the eviction of Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old tenant, by an investment fund. This event has reignited tensions over housing affordability and the impact of real estate speculation on working-class communities. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for early elections on November 29, following a weakened position in Parliament. The political cycle initiated by the 15-M movement led to the rise of Podemos, a leftist party, and the eventual formation of a left-wing coalition government in 2019. This government presided over a period of sustained economic growth, but many social issues remain unresolved. The housing crisis, in particular, has become a focal point of discontent, highlighting the limits of current government policies and the growing gap between economic progress and living conditions for many citizens. The current demonstrations, known as the 26-S movement, began on September 26, the first day of public place occupations following mass demonstrations organized by the tenants' union, the Sindicato de Inquilinas. Like the 15-M movement, they gather at Puerta del Sol, Madrid's central square, but with a markedly different focus and tone. The new movement is explicitly left-wing, embracing historical symbols and militant traditions, such as the banners of the Confederación Nacional del Trabajo (CNT) union and the A emblem of anarchism. This contrasts with the 15-M movement, which avoided traditional political symbols to appeal to a broader, more apolitical audience. The 26-S movement reflects a shift in both strategy and ideology. Unlike the 15-M movement, which was decentralized and avoided formal leadership, the current protests are organized around a tenants’ union with clear leadership and coordinated strategies. The movement’s focus on housing rights and class struggle reflects a deeper sense of bitterness about living conditions and the impact of real estate speculation. Despite some progressive government policies, housing prices and rents have soared, forcing many tenants to pay up to 70% of their income on rent. This has led to a more confrontational stance, with some protesters challenging law enforcement directly. The upcoming elections may mark a turning point in Spanish politics, with Sánchez’s government facing significant challenges from both the right and the left.