Colorful tram navigating the historic streets of Lisbon, capturing the urban vibrancy and steep gradients.

Portugal at the Crossroads: A Manifesto to Break the Illusion and Reclaim the Future

We are told that Portugal is moving forward. That the economy is growing. That reforms are underway. That the system works. The metrics look good. The slogans sound confident. But anyone paying attention knows something is deeply off. Ask the family who can’t afford both rent and groceries. Ask the nurse who worked a 14-hour…