PRD-Solidariedade Federation Backs Tarcísio's Re-election Bid in São Paulo
Translated from Portuguese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The PRD-Solidariedade federation has declared its support for the re-election of São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas.
- This decision narrows the political space for the PSDB party's potential candidate, Paulo Serra, to run for governor.
- Governor Tarcísio de Freitas has secured a broad coalition of support from multiple parties for the upcoming election.
The PRD-Solidariedade federation has officially endorsed São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas for re-election, a move that significantly impacts the political landscape for the upcoming gubernatorial race. The federation's decision, formalized after a meeting at the Palácio dos Bandeirantes, reduces the chances for the PSDB party to field its candidate, Paulo Serra, the former mayor of Santo André.
Serra had previously stated that his candidacy's viability depended on forming a strong party alliance. The Solidariedade party was among those he had indicated were in advanced discussions with. The meeting that solidified the support for Tarcísio included national leaders Paulinho da Força (Solidariedade) and Ovasco Resende (PRD), alongside São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes.
"We are with you on your platform and will provide all necessary support for your re-election in this great project for São Paulo. São Paulo cannot stop; it needs to advance," Resende stated in a video message to the governor. Paulinho da Força echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the federation's commitment to Tarcísio's campaign.
Governor Tarcísio expressed his gratitude, noting that the backing from PRD and Solidariedade motivates his team to "build a stronger state." This endorsement adds to Tarcísio's already substantial coalition, which includes major parties like PL, PP, MDB, PSD, and União Brasil, positioning him with the largest alliance for the election.
Tarcísio, viemos aqui trazer todo apoio a você. São Paulo precisa continuar contigo e a nossa federação estará junto contigo
Originally published by Estadão in Portuguese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.