Unraveling the Heterogeneity of Electoral Abstention: Profiles, Motivations, and Paths to a More Inclusive Democracy in Portugal

Electoral abstention is a growing phenomenon in contemporary democracies, raising concerns about the representativeness and legitimacy of elected governments, particularly in Portugal where youth participation remains low. This study explores the heterogeneity of non-voting behavior by comparing ins...

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Published in:	Social Sciences
Main Authors:	Nuno Almeida, Jean-Christophe Giger
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-10-01
Subjects:	electoral abstention non-voting behavior voter turnout political disengagement non-voters profiles focus groups
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0760/14/10/601