The Mais Santa Cruz coalition came forward to demand explanations from the president of the Municipal Chamber. The coalition expressed being upset with an ironic publication made by the head of the municipal Executive's office. The situation generated tension between the different political parties represented in the local authority body.
The coalition states that in a democratic society, political debate should be guided by institutional respect, urbanity and the dignity of all those involved in public life. These principles are considered fundamental for the proper functioning of local democracy.
Mais Santa Cruz maintains that divergence of opinions enriches political debate and benefits the population in general. However, the use of offensive language compromises the quality of that same debate and the relationship between the different participants in municipal political life.
