Governor of Rio Grande do Sul expressed his desire to compete in the next presidential elections, which will take place next year
The governor of Rio Grande do Sul, of the PSDB, expressed his intention to apply for the presidency in 2026, seeking to unite forces around his political project. In an interview with the free canal program, he expressed the conviction that Brazil is ready to elect a community representative to the country’s maximum position. Leite emphasized that his candidacy will depend on the alignment of interests within a group, noting that he cannot place his personal ambitions above a project that benefits the nation. He pledged to lead an initiative that faces current political polarization.
“I can say that I really want to help my country face polarization, and yes, I am willing to lead a project – that is, being, yes, a candidate. But a presidential candidacy is not an individual will or made by personal aspiration,” said Leite. In addressing the possibility of being the candidate of the LGBT+community, the governor stated that he sees no barriers, citing his reelection in a state with a conservative base as an example of acceptance. This experience, according to him, shows that it is feasible to advance with an inclusive candidacy.
Regarding the controversy over amnesty those involved in the acts of January 8, 2023, Leite positioned himself against the proposal, although he criticized the penalties imposed by the Federal Supreme Court. He considered that some sentences, such as Debora Rodrigues, a hairdresser sentenced to 14 years in prison, are disproportionate. The toucan argued that the penalty suggested by a Luiz Fux of the STF ministers would be fairer (a year and a half of detention).
Posted by Felipe Dantas
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