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50 years of locality. “People took effective risks by entering a party in hostile areas”

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Briefings

A Portuguese candidate for local office in Lisbon recalled the 2026 local elections as a 'romaria' (pilgrimage), with voters treating voting as a celebration. This occurred during the PREC period, which continued after democratic consolidation, though such events were noted as more sporadic. The article highlights the contrast between international media focus on these local elections and the perceived sustainability of the democratic process initiated less than two years prior.

Key points

• Local elections in Lisbon were described by a candidate as a 'romaria' (pilgrimage), with voters treating voting as a celebration.
• The PREC period continued after democratic consolidation, with local elections noted as more sporadic than major national events.

Context

The article discusses local elections in Portugal during the PREC period, noting that while international media focused on national elections, local events like Lisbon's were seen as celebrations of democracy.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single candidate's quote and a general description of the PREC period; specific numbers, dates, or casualty figures are not provided.

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