Genoa's New Mayor: Silvia Salis' Emotional Victory

Genoa Elects New Mayor: Silvia Salis Wins in Landslide Victory Genoa, Italy – In a stunning victory for the center-left, Silvia Salis has been elected the new mayor of Genoa. The results, announced late on May 26th, 2025, show Salis winning by a significant margin over her opponent, Pietro Picocchi. A video circulating on social media captures Salis's emotional reaction to the exit polls as she watched them from her home. The video shows her overwhelmed with joy and relief as the results become clear. "La politica dovrebbe imparare a usare un linguaggio migliore. Dedico la vittoria a mio padre." (Politics should learn to use better language. I dedicate this victory to my father.), Salis stated in a subsequent press conference. Her words highlight both her personal triumph and a call for more civil political debate. The election marks a significant shift in Genoese politics, and Salis's victory is being celebrated by supporters across the city. Her focus on improving the city's infrastructure and addressing social inequalities is expected to shape her administration's agenda. The video of her emotional reaction, which has already garnered significant attention online, serves as a powerful symbol of her victory and the hopes of her supporters.