Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old woman, has become a symbol of Spain's housing crisis following her death. Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid to honor her life and protest the rising rent in the country. The protests were sparked by Abascal's eviction, which has been seen as a representation of the 'madness' of the housing situation in Spain.

Maricarmen Abascal died after being evicted from her home, leading to widespread outrage and protests. Her death has sparked a national debate about the housing crisis in Spain, with many calling for action to address the issue of rising rents. The protests in Madrid were a testament to the strong feelings of the public, who see Abascal as a symbol of the human cost of the housing crisis.

Abascal's eviction and subsequent death have highlighted the need for urgent action to address the housing crisis in Spain. The fact that she was evicted from her home at the age of 87 has shocked many, and her story has become a rallying cry for those fighting against rising rents and homelessness.

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