Portugal’s Presidential Race Exposes the Limits of Established Politics and the Rise of Populism

On this pivotal Sunday, Portugal holds a presidential election that could reshape not only its own political landscape but send ripples through the transatlantic alliance. After a decade under Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, who often stretched constitutional limits, voters face a crowded field including ultraright leader André Ventura and former socialist minister António José Seguro. Polls suggest a likely runoff between these two.What Does Portugal’s Political Shift Mean for American Interests?The rise of André Ventura—an ultraright candidate advocating a more interventionist presidency—reflects broader European frustrations with globalist elites and bureaucratic overreach. For America, watching such movements is critical: they signal...