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Porta a Porta movement condemns 'provocative' statements by Montenegro and Pedro Duarte

The Porta a Porta movement, protesting for housing rights in Porto since October 11, denounced a police intervention on October 15 that resulted in 37 injuries, including two serious cases. The group maintains their protest, rejecting statements from the Prime Minister and the Mayor of Porto, and has scheduled a national day of action for November 14.

Why it mattersWhile the immediate conflict is specific to this protest, it reflects ongoing tensions and policy debates regarding the right to housing in Portugal, with further national actions planned for November 14.

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