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"We are feeling the squeeze". How are fuels fueling the political debate?Photo by paulbr75 on Pexels
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"We are feeling the squeeze". How are fuels fueling the political debate?

CNN Portugal14 September 2026 at 13:24

The CNN Portugal commentators Margarida Davim and Miguel Pinheiro analyze the impact of fuels on current Portuguese politics. The expression "We are feeling the squeeze" serves as the starting point for the commentators' reflection on how fuel prices are influencing political debate. The piece is presented as an in-depth analysis of the political situation, exploring the repercussions of fuel price variations on the discourse and positions of political actors.

The article comes at a time when the cost of fuels continues to be a central concern for citizens and, consequently, for the political class.

Why this matters

Readers in Portugal directly face the increase in fuel prices in their daily lives, so understanding how this issue is shaping the political debate allows them to evaluate the parties' responses to their economic concerns.

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