The haste to blame the chambers is not a solution. It is the froth of the days confusing itself with the fundamental decision – which continues to be missing.
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The haste to blame the chambers is not a solution. It is the froth of the days confusing itself with the fundamental decision – which continues to be missing.

SAPO Notícias29 August 2026 at 11:08

The blame attributed to municipal councils for delays in urban planning processes is presented as a myth that needs to be deconstruct­ed. The article argues that there is a tendency to blame the municipalities, when in reality this blame is hasty and does not address the problem adequately.

The text maintains that the real solution to urban planning problems lies in strengthening municipal councils, not in their public demonization. The analysis defended is that attacking the municipalities does not resolve the underlying issues.

The article criticizes the haste in assigning blame to the councils, considering that this attitude results in a confusion between the froth of the days — that is, the superficial and immediate reactions — and the fundamental decision that is effectively lacking. This essential decision continues to be missing.

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