As the Portuguese Constitution marks its 50th anniversary, the document faces renewed scrutiny regarding potential revisions, balancing its historical identity against the pressures of modern political adaptation and institutional change.
The Constitution turns 50 amidst the desire for revision and the fear of revisionism
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