The article discusses recent proposals by the Portuguese political parties CDS-PP and Chega to restrict the display of certain flags, including those representing ideological causes and other countries, on public buildings. These proposals aim to prevent the use of public institutions as platforms for propaganda or division. However, they have faced strong criticism from left-wing parties and representatives, who accuse the right-wing parties of attempting to suppress symbols of the LGBT community, notably the rainbow flag. Critics argue that the measures threaten to infringe on rights and are part of a broader pattern of persecution against marginalized groups. The debate highlights tensions over cultural and social symbols in Portugal's political landscape.