Wednesday 5 June 2013

Movimento Revolução Branca


They came to my (and I think almost everyone's) attention a couple of months ago when they blocked a number of candidates to mayor positions, based on a possible Constitutional infringement. They blocked them on the Courts, independently of political affiliations. And that was a very good sign.

Now, they are asking for the Portuguese society involvement, in bringing to light possible violations of public management or of citizens rights. They aim to  make sure citizens are respected, holding politicians and public entities responsible for the Laws they break. And I can just applaud this.


Only 40%


There are around 4464000 workers in the Portuguese economy versus a population of 11000000. Does anyone think that this is sustainable? We need to steam growth back to reduce unemployment, but also to increase retirement age. It is simple - 40% cannot support 100%. Never!