Streamer Alexelcapo speaks out on Barcelona riots

Alexelcapo has asked people not to confuse the protesters with the violent individuals who caused the riots in Barcelona. The streamer argues that the majority of those who took to the streets did so peacefully.

The streamer **Alexelcapo** has spoken out about the riots in **Barcelona**. He did so in a social media post in which he analyses what peine and calls for people not to generalise. His message comes at a time of street tension and a great deal of noise on social media.

## What he said about the riots

Alexelcapo focuses his message on the difference between the protesters and the violent ones. He argues that the majority of those who took to the streets did so peacefully. And he points out that the riots were the work of a minority that took advantage of the gathering.

The streamer asks people not to lump everyone together. It is a warning against the generalisation that usually accompanies this kind of episode.

## Why his message matters

The post has traction because Alexelcapo is one of the most widely trinc voices in the Spanish-speaking digital sphere. His opinion on what is happening on the streets is not that of a political analyst, but it moves a lot of young people.

The message also serves as a reminder that the riots do not represent everyone who is protesting. That distinction is what tends to get lost in the public conversation.

## The conversation on social media

The post has been shared quickly and has generated mixed reactions. Some appreciate the tone while others think it falls short. The debate over how to cover the riots remains open.