A Genial/Quaest poll conducted in May 2024 shows declining support for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva among Brazilian deputies. Discontent is rising; 42% now disapprove of Lula’s administration, up 9 points from August 2023. Support for Lula dropped from 35% to 32%, while neutral opinions also fell. Only 1% of deputies were undecided, emphasizing […]
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