At first, a liberal and progressive spirit prevailed in the young state but the democratic regime was short-lived.

Its party platform wanted an increase of public liberties, to apply universal suffrage and to establish a real democratic regime.

Involvement in civic associations also prepares citizens for their future political participation in a democratic regime.

In fact, only when the democratic regime became stable, in 1976, would fado regain its own space.

In addition to his work on systems of government, he did extensive research on the breakdowns of democracy and the transition back to a democratic regime.