The presidential election: Temer’s candidacy

BRAZIL POLITICS - Report 26 Mar 2018 by Murillo de Aragão and Cristiano Noronha

Little doubt remains regarding the pre-candidacy of Michel Temer (MDB). In an interview with IstoÉ magazine this week, he said it would be “cowardice” not to run. He also stated that the main reason for his candidacy is so he can defend his legacy. It is still somewhat surprising that he would run, given his low approval ratings and the fact that his political base is split between himself, Lower House President Rodrigo Maia (DEM), and Governor of São Paulo Geraldo Alckmin (PSDB). However, the fact remains that Temer will be a candidate, and there are many strong reasons to justify this, aside from his interest in defending his legacy.

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