Leoluca Orlando to Address Organized Crime, Security, and Democracy in Forlì
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On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Leoluca Orlando, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and former mayor of Palermo, will visit Forlì, Italy, to participate in a public meeting and view a photographic exhibition honoring the late Letizia Battaglia [[1]]. The events highlight the ongoing fight against organized crime and the importance of civic engagement.
Battaglia’s Legacy and the “Palermitan Spring”
Orlando’s visit includes a viewing of Battaglia’s photographic exhibition at the san Domenico. Battaglia, who died in April 2022 [[1]], was renowned for her unflinching documentation of the Mafia’s influence in Palermo and the consequences of their violence. The exhibition is presented within the context of the “Palermitan Spring,” a period from the late 1980s to 1990 characterized by a surge in cultural,social,and political initiatives aimed at countering the Mafia’s power and promoting a culture of legality.
Public Forum: Organized Crime, Security, and Democracy
At 5:30 pm, Orlando will participate in a public meeting on “Organized crime, security, democracy” at the Aurora Room (formerly Circolo Scranna), located at Corso Garibaldi 80 in Forlì.The meeting is organized by the associations “La materia dei dream” and “Alexander Langer Romagna.”
Lucio Picci, a full professor of political economy at the University of Bologna, will join Orlando for the discussion. Picci’s expertise lies in political science, economics, corruption, and distributive politics [[2]]. He has previously served as an expert with the National Anti-Corruption Authority and contributed to governmental and international organizations.
leoluca Orlando’s Continued Advocacy
Leoluca Orlando is currently an MEP,representing the Greens and Left Alliance. He serves on the Foreign Affairs Commission and is a member of the Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean.Throughout his career, and notably during his tenure as mayor of Palermo, Orlando was a prominent figure in the fight against the Cosa Nostra [[2]]. His continued advocacy highlights the enduring need to address organized crime and strengthen democratic institutions.
Key Takeaways
- Leoluca Orlando will be in Forlì on January 8, 2026, to address organized crime and honor Letizia Battaglia’s legacy.
- The event underscores the importance of civic engagement in combating the Mafia and promoting a culture of legality.
- Lucio picci,a leading expert in political economy and corruption,will participate in the public discussion.
- orlando’s continued role as an MEP demonstrates his ongoing commitment to fighting organized crime and strengthening democracy.