Francisco Rodrigues dos Santos ceases to be a member of the CDS with criticisms of the party's direction

Francisco Rodrigues dos Santos has left the CDS-PP party, criticizing its shift towards radical and ultraconservative ideologies. In a letter, he expresses concern over the party's alignment with identity politics and social insensitivity. He emphasizes his commitment to Christian democracy and the need for a moderate, socially responsible center-right. Rodrigues dos Santos reflects on the political landscape, noting a shift towards the far right and advocating for a balance between left and right values. He believes the CDS has strayed from the moderate path he championed during his leadership, making it incompatible with his principles.