Third Day of Legislative Debates
The third day of debates among political parties for the upcoming legislative elections took place on Wednesday, exclusively featuring the CDU (PCP-PEV coalition) and Livre. In the preceding days, debates included CDU vs. AD and PAN vs. Chega on Monday, followed by Socialist Party vs. Bloco de Esquerda and Chega vs. Livre on Tuesday.
Key Moments from the Debate
Paulo Raimundo (CDU) and Rui Tavares (Livre) faced off on SIC Notícias, having previously debated with parties from the right. The two leaders emphasized international issues, with CDU asserting that Portugal is a sovereign country and not merely an appendage of NATO or the United States. Tavares provocatively asked, "Who still believes in NATO?".
The debate also touched upon Vladimir Putin and arms in Europe. Raimundo argued that Europe does not need to be heavily armed, while Tavares countered that Putin is the one armed to the teeth.
Election Polls
According to the latest poll by CESOP - Universidade Católica Portuguesa, commissioned for RTP, Antena 1, and Público, the CDU is estimated to receive 3% of the votes while Livre is projected at 5%.
Key Quotes and Perspectives
- Raimundo emphasized that "with us, solutions for people's lives will never be lacking."
- Tavares, responding to the Socialist Party's call for strategic voting, stated, "We fear nothing at all", advocating for a parliamentary majority to enact necessary policies.
- The CDU leader highlighted two fundamental dramas in Portuguese society: housing access and healthcare, asserting that stability is crucial, particularly for the youth.
Housing and Social Rights
Both leaders discussed housing issues. Tavares mentioned the need for new ideas for old houses, while Raimundo criticized the current state budget, stating it makes several negative choices, especially regarding housing.
Specific Proposals
- Livre proposed a social inheritance tax to create economic opportunities for the youth, while Raimundo called for bold measures to tackle current challenges.
- Raimundo also pointed out the need for fair taxation and financial solutions to resolve pressing issues.
Conclusion of the Debate
The debate concluded with a strong focus on the sovereignty of Portugal, asserting that Portugal is not a province of the EU but a sovereign nation. Both leaders expressed their views on the necessity of addressing current social issues with courageous measures.
CDU and Livre diverge on EU and Defense, but converge on social rights.
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