'I'm an old donkey, I've been through many elections': in Milheirós, voting takes place like nowhere else in the Porto district
In the Porto district, turnout is highest in the municipality of Maia and specifically in the parish of Milheirós, where the participation rate is greatest. Because “people are informed”.
The voter who cast his first vote at 38
In the municipality with the highest abstention rate in the country in the 2021 presidential election, João Vieira voted for the first time at 38. “I voted certain that I have a clear conscience,” he said.
Candidates vote and call for greater civic participation
Almost all the candidates in Belém also chose to vote in the morning. A call for greater civic participation was the most common message.
"I hope the Portuguese participate and honour this right": António Filipe voted in Loures
The presidential candidate has already voted this Sunday and urged people to exercise their right to vote.
President of the Portuguese Parliament warns of threats to European democracies
The solution, they argued, “cannot be only about security and defence; it also inevitably involves greater participation, stronger civic responsibility and more information.”
"Renewal is the strength of democracy": Marcelo cast his vote this morning
The President emphasised that early voting is a “contribution” to democracy.
Only sound criteria make voting worthwhile
An editorial arguing that voting only serves a purpose when guided by good, well-founded criteria and judgment.
