An unsustainable and erratic Social State

The article critiques the Portuguese Social State as overly ambitious and unsustainable, highlighting the disconnect between constitutional ideals and economic realities. It argues that financing the Social State is problematic, relying on taxes, public debt, or currency creation, which are fraught with challenges. The author points out that education receives disproportionate funding compared to health and housing, leading to a surplus of graduates in a weak economy, resulting in unemployment and dissatisfaction. The piece advocates for a focus on vocational education, criticizing the current educational policies that prioritize university degrees over practical skills, which has led to a shortage of skilled workers. The bureaucratic nature of the Ministry of Education is also condemned for hindering educational quality and contributing to rising unemployment among graduates.