VOICED : Portugal reelige a su presidente en medio del confinamiento por la pandemia

Portugal re-elected its president, Marcelo Revelo de Sousa, with over 61% of the votes amidst a COVID-19 lockdown. Ana Gómez and Andre Ventura followed with 12.5% and 11.9% respectively. The election saw a record abstention rate of 61.6%, influenced by the pandemic. Portugal leads globally in COVID-19 cases per capita, surpassed only by Gibraltar. Voters adhered to safety protocols at polling stations. The president, while lacking executive power, plays a crucial role in political crises. The election also highlighted the growing influence of the far-right in Portugal.

Who won the presidential election in Portugal with over 61% of the votes?

• Marcelo Revelo de Sousa

• Ana Gómez

• Gibraltar

• Andre Ventura

What was the record-high abstention rate during the Portuguese presidential election?

• 61.6%

• 45.3%

• 50.5%

• 70.0%

Which country had a higher COVID-19 infection rate than Portugal at the time of the election?

• Gibraltar

• France

• Italy

• Spain

What power does the Portuguese president have during political crises?

• Enact laws

• Appoint ministers

• Dissolve parliament

• Control the military

What political trend was measured during the Portuguese elections?

• Liberalism

• Socialism

• Far-right influence

• Environmentalism