Brazilian PSB Head Calls for Broad Coalition in 2026 Elections

Recife Mayor João Campos, the new head of Brazil's PSB, has outlined his strategy for the 2026 elections. He advocates for a broad coalition that includes the center, avoiding polarization. Campos' recent re-election with 71% of the vote supports his approach. "My background has always been to defend the broadest possible front," Campos stated, emphasizing the need to represent a diverse population with varying viewpoints. He believes that a united center is key to governability and success in the upcoming election. His strategy mirrors his own successful re-election campaign, where he achieved a significant victory through a broad coalition. This approach, he suggests, should be adopted by Lula (PT) in the presidential race, with Geraldo Alckmin as his running mate. Campos' emphasis on unity and inclusion offers a hopeful message for Brazilian politics in the run-up to 2026.