Suso Díaz
Suso Díaz was a prominent Galician union leader and anti-Franco activist, known for his significant contributions to labor rights in Spain. Born in Ferrol, he grew up in a politically active household, which influenced his path as a member of the Spanish Communist Party during its clandestine years. He served as the Secretary General of Comisiones Obreras in Galicia from 1992 to 2000 and was a prominent figure during the naval revolts of 1972, which led to his imprisonment for opposing the regime. His dedication to social justice and workers' rights resonated throughout his life, particularly as the father of Yolanda Díaz, the current Second Deputy Prime Minister of Spain. Suso Díaz passed away at the age of 80 after battling cancer, prompting tributes from various political leaders who recognized his lifelong commitment to the fight for democracy and labor rights.
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Suso Díaz, Yolanda Díaz's father, was a unionist who passed away last July.
Yolanda Díaz: “No seré candidata a las próximas elecciones generales de 2027” | España
Spain· 2026-02-25
Suso Díaz was a fighter for the rights of all and was known as an excellent person.
Suso Díaz, el hombre que le enviaba libros a la vicepresidenta | EspañaSpain· 2025-07-09
Suso Díaz was mentioned by Yolanda Díaz during her emotional speech.
Dentro, el BOE, y fuera, el neceser de playa | EspañaSpain· 2025-07-09
Suso Díaz was a historic leader in Galician trade unionism and the father of Yolanda Díaz.
Yolanda Díaz defiende a Sánchez: “Sé que usted es honrado, pero la ciudadanía progresista está angustiada” | EspañaSpain· 2025-07-09
Suso Díaz was a historic Galician trade unionist and antifranco fighter who passed away at the age of 80 after battling cancer.
Fallece Suso Díaz, padre de Yolanda Díaz, histórico sindicalista gallego | EspañaSpain· 2025-07-09
