Pau population outraged by the attitudes of Francisco Tavares, candidate defeated in the last local elections
City of Nova Sintra, December 21, 2024 (Bravanews) - The town of Pau, located in the interior of the island of Brava, is experiencing moments of revolt and indignation after a revengeful attitude by Francisco Tavares, a defeated candidate in the last local elections. The former candidate, who was trying to become mayor, was the target of harsh criticism from the local population, due to a series of actions that many consider misleading and unethical.
According to reports from residents, Tavares, in an attempt to attract votes for his candidacy, decided to start construction work on the eve of the elections. The measure was apparently a way of deceiving voters, presenting himself as someone who was concerned about the well-being of the community. Among the actions highlighted was the placement of some paving stones on the access road to the locality, a long-awaited project that would have a real impact on the community, and which was enough to create the illusion that improvements were being made.
However, this strategy was not enough to guarantee him victory in Brava, but it did give him victory in the local electoral board. What happened next, however, left the population of Pau in a state of shock and outrage. In an act that many considered “pure revenge”, the former candidate ordered that the paving stones, which he had placed as a way of signaling the start of construction work, be removed immediately. This decision, seen as an act of revenge against the population, generated a wave of indignation among the inhabitants.
Local residents do not hide their displeasure with Tavares's attitude. "He tried to deceive our community, promising improvements that would never happen. Now, after losing the elections, he decides to remove even what he had put in place as a mere trick. This is a lack of character and respect for all of us," said a resident, visibly irritated by the situation.
The outrage is widespread, and many claim that this episode reflects despicable behavior on the part of the former candidate. “He has no respect for our people. He did this to try to manipulate us and, after not getting what he wanted, he acts in a vengeful manner, as if we were just pawns in a political game,” said a resident who preferred to remain anonymous.
The situation has sparked heated discussions on social media and among local residents, who now feel disillusioned and unprotected. Tavares’ lack of transparency and commitment to the community has been one of the most criticized aspects. The feeling of betrayal is palpable, and many believe that his actions in removing the paving stones demonstrate a complete lack of consideration for the local reality and the needs of the population.
So far, Tavares has not spoken publicly about what happened, and the population of Pau continues to demand explanations about the reasons for his decision.
This episode, which began as a political propaganda gesture, ended up creating a deep rift between the community and the former candidate. The population of Pau, once willing to believe in Francisco Tavares' promises, now feels disappointed and determined to move forward with a new municipal project that, they hope, will be more honest and committed to their real needs.
The incident also raises questions about the role of local politicians and their responsibility to their communities, especially when it comes to electoral campaigns. Many question the ethical nature of using public and symbolic resources in such an opportunistic manner, just to manipulate the perception of the electorate during election periods.