Yesterday the King of Spain asked for forgiveness after the turmoil surrounding his private hunting trip to Botswana, where he fractured his hip. The Royal House is going through a tough year. Issues like the Iñaki Urdangarin's involvement in the Nóos case have tarnished the image of Spanish royalty.
The incident follows criticism of the King's oldest grandson, who recently shot himself in the foot with a shotgun during target practice. At thirteen years old, he was not legally allowed to use this gun.
Don Juan Carlos did something unprecedented for the Spanish monarchy: he asked the Spanish public for forgiveness for his error. And most people have expressed gratitude for his action.
Wise men make things right, and that is how the king's gesture has been perceived. But the King should not forget that the Spanish people are still asking the royal family to set a better example and practice transparency.
