Debate Overview

A debate featuring four candidates ​vying for the Lisbon Chamber took​ place on‍ September 15, 2025, at SIC News. Three of the candidates represented political parties that held seats following the 2021 election: Carlos Coins (representing a ‌coalition ‍of​ the PSD, CDS, adn IL), Alexandra Leitão (representing a⁣ coalition of the PS, Free, Be, and Pan), and João Ferreira (CDU). Bruno Mascarenhas​ was included in ⁤the debate at the discretion of ⁤the​ “SIC editorial” team.

Expert Analysis

Political analysts Ana Sá Lopes and Helena Pereira provide their assessment of the candidates’ performances in the debate. Their insights cover the strengths and weaknesses displayed by each contender as ‍they discussed their visions for the city of Lisbon.

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