Abstract
This paper uses a simultaneous equations model to analyse increases in intergovernmental fiscal transfers and associated vote changes in Portuguese legislative elections. Results suggest that election year increases in transfers by the central government to municipalities secure added votes, and that these transfers are targeted at jurisdictions where the government faces risk of losing support.
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