1965 Portuguese legislative election
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Parliamentary elections were held in Portugal on 7 November 1965.[1]
Campaign
Five opposition lists registered to compete in the elections, but four withdrew in protest at a lack of freedom in campaigning.[2] The remaining Social Democrat list called for self-determination in Portuguese colonies in Africa.[2]
Results
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| Party | Votes | % | Seats |
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| National Union | |||
| Social Democratic list | |||
| Invalid/blank votes | – | – | |
| Total | 998,542 | 100 | 130 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 1,357,459 | 73.6 | – |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | |||
References
- ^ Dieter Nohlen & Philip Stöver (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1542 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
- ^ a b "Dr. Salazar Makes Appeal To Portuguese Electorate 'Absence And Silence Of Opposition'" The Times, 6 November 1965, p7, Issue 56472
See also
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