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Brazilian politicians endorse candidates ahead of 2026 elections

In Jeremoabo, Bahia, former PT local president Maria das Dores Serafim announced support for ACM Neto, the former mayor of Salvador and pre‑candidate of União Brasil for governor. She presented a document outlining regional concerns, and Neto emphasized priorities such as expanding hospital beds and intensive care units, improving youth education and job training, and providing water, technical assistance and credit to small family farms.

In Belém de Maria, Pernambuco, former city councilor Alexandre Neto declared backing for the re‑election bid of federal deputy Silvio Costa Filho. Neto praised Costa’s commitment to the interior of the state and highlighted the alliance with state deputy Sileno Guedes, noting the political cooperation between local leaders and the federal candidate.

Both endorsements reflect broader efforts by regional political figures to shape candidate support ahead of Brazil’s 2026 general elections.