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No domingo, em Lisboa, houve uma pequena manifestação contra Elon Musk. Dez pessoas estiveram perto de uma loja da Tesla com cartazes . Criticam Musk por apoiar o governo dos Estados Unidos. Este protesto faz parte de um movimento internacional contra ele. Tesla é a marca de carro mais valiosa, mas seu valor de mercado diminuiu.
Translation
On Sunday in Lisbon, there was a small protest against Elon Musk. Ten people were near a Tesla store with placards. They criticise Musk for supporting the United States government. This protest is part of an international movement against him. Tesla is the most valuable car brand, but its market value has decreased.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: Where did the protest against Elon Musk take place?
The protest took place in Lisbon.
Question 2: What did the protesters do near the Tesla store?
The protesters held signs.
Exercise: Vocabulary
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▌10/03/2025
A small protest against Elon Musk took place in Lisbon on Sunday, as approximately ten individuals gathered near a Tesla showroom. This demonstration was part of a larger international wave of protests, aiming to express discontent with Musk's involvement with the Trump administration and his policy initiatives.
The protesters, maintaining a silent vigil, held placards with slogans such as, "United States: A Government Without Two Fingers of Tesla" and "Go to Siberia! Have fun!" These messages highlight opposition to Musk’s perceived influence and actions, particularly those related to budget cuts in public spending through the Department of Efficiency and Government (DOGE).
Protest in Lisbon Targets Elon Musk's Role (Illustration)
This gathering in Lisbon was one of many that occurred globally, following over 50 similar protests in the United States, United Kingdom, and Spain. These events reflect a growing backlash in both North America and Europe against Musk's policies. According to reports, liberal groups have been organizing these demonstrations in a bid to sway public opinion and galvanize opposition amid lingering disenchantment following Trump’s electoral success.
There are reports of incidents such as Tesla cars being vandalized with offensive symbols, potentially escalating tensions among vehicle owners. Despite these issues, Tesla remains the most valuable car manufacturer globally, although its stock value has decreased by nearly a third since Trump's presidency began.
Musk's personal wealth has also seen a decline. As per Forbes, his net worth has dropped by $8.8 billion to $342.8 billion. This marks a significant reduction from the peak of $464 billion recorded in December 2024, correlating to a downturn in Tesla’s share price.
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