Pedro Passos Coelho rejected any association with a new political project on Friday, insisting on his long-standing loyalty to the Social Democratic Party.
“Sou do PSD há muitos anos e não tenciono andar a patrocinar, nem aderir a outros partidos,” said Pedro Passos Coelho, former prime minister, as reported by Expresso. His reaction followed the announcement by Oeiras Mayor Isaltino Morais regarding the creation of a new political force aimed at the pragmatic, reformist, and regionalist center.
Morais said that founding a new political party is irreversible, aiming to occupy a space between the Socialist Party and the Social Democratic Party while stopping the rise of the Chega party. The Oeiras mayor suggested that alternative parties can turn protest votes into useful votes by answering citizen needs.
Did You Know? Morais previously disclosed that individuals connected to the Social Democratic Party, the Socialist Party, and the Democratic and Social Center had approached him about launching a new political party, as reported by Expresso.
Electoral Targets and Party Rumors
The proposed political formation intends to contest both the upcoming legislative elections and the municipal elections scheduled for 2029, according to Expresso. Unconfirmed rumors suggest the organization might be called “Fazemos.”
“Fazemos. Fazemos é o que Portugal precisa. Mas é preciso ser bem feito. Não basta fazer de qualquer maneira,” said Morais, according to Expresso, addressing the speculation without confirming the name.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the new political force expected to run in elections?
The intention is for the new party to participate in both the upcoming legislative elections and the municipal elections in 2029, according to Expresso.
What name has been rumored for Isaltino Morais’s new party?
Rumors point to the name “Fazemos,” though the Oeiras mayor has not officially confirmed it, telling Expresso that Portugal needs action done properly.
How did Pedro Passos Coelho respond to the political development?
The former prime minister distanced himself from the initiative, stating that he has been a member of the Social Democratic Party for many years and does not plan to sponsor or join other parties, as reported by Expresso.
How might centrist voters in Portugal respond to the emergence of a new political alternative ahead of the 2029 elections?
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