“An absolute majority doesn't mean absolute power. It doesn't mean governing alone. It's an increased responsibility.”

Source: António Costa (2022) cited in: " Portugal election: Socialists win unexpected majority https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-60194375" in BBC News, 31 January 2022.

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