Manuel João Vieira reaches the international press: candidate featured in The Guardian
Promises to give a Ferrari to every Portuguese person and to have wine piped into every home were highlighted.
Inimigo Público: INEM took hours to aid presidential candidate distraught by the polls
An unnamed presidential candidate found himself today distraught over his approval in the polls. INEM was called to give him an intravenous drip of self‑esteem and to fan his face with a towel, but failed to appear for hours and hours. Read the full story in 'O Inimigo Público'.
Piped wine and Ferraris: Manuel João Vieira runs for Belém for the Portuguese people's 'inalienable right to happiness'
Considered a polymath of the arts because of his wide-ranging artistic career, he brings his own talents and humour to politics. A musician, visual artist and university professor, Manuel João Vieira is once again standing for President of the Republic, in his characteristic satirical tone and with ideas that are, to say the least, extravagant — such as promising a Ferrari for every Portuguese or 'wine from the tap' in every home. While also drawing attention to social issues and the country's problems, he presents himself as the candidate who fights for the right to happiness.
The cheerful clown
In Manuel João Vieira's absurdities there is intelligent criticism.
"Premium Door". New RTP series satirises housing crisis
The new RTP series opens the door to a conversation about the housing crisis. It showcases the daily life of a real estate agency in Loures. The five episodes of “Premium Door” are now available on RTP Play.
