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Summary:Portuguese voters went to the polls on January 14 to elect a new head of state to succeed outgoing President, Mario Soares. 8.8 million voters will choose between the Socialist candidate, Jorge Sampaio, and his conservative rival, former prime minister, Anibal Cavaco Silva. The election was won by Jorge Sampaio.
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Location:PORTUGAL LISBON
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