Seguro came first, but still faces an Everest to climb — Gouveia e Melo could be decisive
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The total of votes on the left is not enough to win the second round — unless Henrique Gouveia e Melo sides with António José Seguro, who must win votes from the centre and the democratic right. Ventura came second, having almost tripled his 2021 vote. How far could he go?
Gouveia e Melo could finish fifth, but wins in Russia
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Both the Expresso/SIC poll and the Católica poll place Gouveia e Melo in fifth place.
Do tall, broad-shouldered candidates have an advantage? Gouveia e Melo puts the studies to the test on land and in water
Gouveia e Melo is using his military background to craft a narrative of a strong, incorruptible man capable of making decisions. His height and displays of physical vigour, such as riding a motorbike or going rafting, help reinforce that image, although he denies that intention. US studies say taller candidates have an advantage, especially in times of crisis.
Isaltino Morais joins Gouveia e Melo on the campaign trail: "Voting for the liberal lot is voting for the weaklings"
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Isaltino Morais joined Gouveia e Melo's campaign on Sunday. In Ponte de Lima, the mayor criticised all of the candidate's opponents, even saying that “voting for the liberal lot is voting for the weaklings”.
Gouveia e Melo says he will make a good team with Montenegro
Gouveia e Melo says that, if he reaches Belém, he will form a good team with the prime minister but warns that he will be demanding. While campaigning at the Espinho Fair, the presidential candidate acknowledged that he has a good relationship with Luís Montenegro.
Isaltino: Cotrim is a 'wimp' and Ventura a 'petty proto-dictator'
At his first rally back, Isaltino launched attacks at Gouveia e Melo's main opponents. The admiral keeps Cotrim on his list of primary targets: 'I'm not an uncle from Cascais'.
A 'controversial' figure and friend of Passos Coelho 'ready to speak at a Gouveia e Melo rally'
Rui Calafate, a CNN Portugal commentator, analyses the presidential candidates' performances in another day of the election campaign and reveals a new development concerning Gouveia e Melo.
Mendes appeals to the minister, Gouveia criticises the parties and Ventura calls for a dignified campaign
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On the day when 100 figures from the AD stood by Gouveia e Melo, Marques Mendes seized the opportunity to distance himself from the Government — despite being accompanied by two ministers.
Catarina Martins points out the danger Trump poses to everyone
For the candidate backed by the Bloco, the phrase Gouveia e Melo used to describe the United States is misleading. More than a 'dangerous drift', as the candidate said, Catarina Martins points out the danger that Donald Trump poses to his own people and to the world.
Gouveia e Melo accepts support from parties in a second round, but without being constrained
The candidate appealed to Portuguese voters to vote in the elections on the 18th and urged those voting early to cast their ballots today.
Are street strategies changing the presidential campaign?
Gouveia e Melo strengthens his campaign with notable endorsements. The Socialist Party (PS) is intensifying its support for Seguro, and Paulo Raimundo makes his campaign debut alongside António Filipe, giving new impetus to the candidacy backed by the PCP.
Why doesn't Gouveia e Melo attack Ventura?
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Gouveia e Melo and André Ventura have maintained an apparent non-aggression pact during this campaign.
Gouveia e Melo, the military officer who never abandons the 'mission', warns: 'Winter is coming'
In Penafiel, in the Porto district, Henrique Gouveia e Melo dramatised his speech, issuing a call for mobilisation on 18 January.
Gouveia e Melo criticises candidates with a 'Miss World' attitude and promises of friendship with the government
The former Chief of the Navy General Staff says some of his opponents 'very much adopt a Miss World‑type stance', as if 'everything is wonderful'.
Presidential election: Rui Rio criticises Gouveia e Melo’s opponents, from the commentator to the 'whatever' candidate
In the presidential race, Rui Rio lashes out at rivals of Gouveia e Melo, attacking figures ranging from a media commentator to a candidate he dubs the 'tanto faz' ('whatever') candidate.
Rui Rio: "The Presidency is not yet the House of Secrets"
Rio's national campaign chief went this Saturday to lend a hand to Gouveia e Melo, taking aim at Seguro, Cotrim and Ventura. After the former PSD leader, Isaltino Morais is expected to join soon to help the admiral.
Gouveia e Melo criticises 'marriages of convenience' in the Socialist Party and recalls Seguro's criticisms of Costa
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Presidential candidate Gouveia e Melo today criticised 'marriages of convenience' within the Socialist Party (PS), in a speech in which he recalled that his opponent António José Seguro had spoken about 'hidden interests' in his party.
Rio criticises Gouveia e Melo's opponents, from the commentator to the 'it doesn't matter' candidate
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Rui Rio today criticised Gouveia e Melo's opponents in the race for Belém, saying the best President of the Republic is not the one who is suited to being a commentator, the most populist, or the 'it doesn't matter' candidate.
Cotrim de Figueiredo benefited from the deterioration of Marques Mendes's image and remains in a position that could take him to a second round
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CNN Portugal commentator Pedro Tadeu comments on the results of the latest TVI/CNN Portugal poll and highlights Marques Mendes's “notable recovery” in response to the accusations made by Gouveia e Melo.
Gouveia e Melo says his opponents have a 'very small' political stature
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In remarks, the presidential candidate said his main opponent is 'the system' and accused the parties of trying to control how Portuguese people vote in the elections.
"Run-over" of Marques Mendes: Can he survive?
It remains to be seen whether he can recover from the fall. The 'suspicion' is growing that polls are underestimating André Ventura. Cotrim is the biggest silent beneficiary in the clash between Marques Mendes and Gouveia e Melo.
Is Jorge Pinto really standing in the presidential election?
Everything appears clarified and it looks like Jorge Pinto will be on the ballot. But how will he ensure that Seguro doesn't get left behind? And is Gouveia e Melo lashing out in all directions? No — only at two.
Rui Rio and Manuel Pizarro form central bloc supporting Gouveia e Melo during campaign in Porto
Health was the theme of the day at Henrique Gouveia e Melo's campaign. The admiral was in Porto flanked by Rui Rio and Manuel Pizarro in a two-pronged attempt to show he stands above party politics.
Gouveia e Melo "at the helm", takes aim at the 'boys' in the public administration
The Port of Leixões simulator served as a pretext for Henrique Gouveia e Melo to test dangerous manoeuvres and adverse conditions before attempting to berth at Belém.