Lula's Approval Rating Plummets: Quaest Poll Reveals Deepening Discontent

President Lula's Approval Rating Plummets to New Low in Quaest Poll Brazil is facing growing discontent with President Lula's administration, according to a new Quaest poll released on June 4th. The survey reveals a stark decline in public approval, with only 40% of respondents expressing satisfaction with the president's performance. This marks the lowest approval rating since Lula's inauguration, significantly lower than the 41% recorded in April. Conversely, disapproval has soared to 57%, the highest recorded to date. A striking finding is the shift in opinion among Catholic voters, who now disapprove of Lula's government by a greater margin than those who approve. 'For the first time since the beginning of the mandate, we see Catholic disapproval exceeding approval,' stated Gustavo Petró, a member of the reporting team. This contrasts with the Northeast, where Lula's approval remains higher than disapproval. The poll, commissioned by Genial Investimentos, surveyed 2,004 Brazilians aged 16 and older between May 29th and June 1st. The margin of error is ±2 percentage points. Despite the negative trend, the poll also indicates a decrease in the percentage of Brazilians who believe the economy has worsened. However, a majority still perceive their purchasing power as lower than a year ago. The survey also explored public opinion on the INSS scandal and the IOF tax increase, revealing significant criticism of the government's handling of these issues. The complete results offer a comprehensive picture of the current political climate in Brazil, highlighting the challenges faced by President Lula's administration.