Brazilian public figures support Lula administration

Public figures in Brazil have increasingly voiced their support for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Television presenter Xuxa Meneghel reaffirmed her stance after a misleading video circulated online, clarifying that her previous criticisms were directed at former president Jair Bolsonaro rather than the current administration.

Senator Soraya Thronicke also signaled her support for the president via social media, noting her priority is to do what is ‘right and just.’

Adding to this momentum, architect Marta Dora Grostein declared her support for Lula, citing concerns regarding social and cultural policy regressions. Grostein highlighted personal family struggles, specifically mentioning that her son, filmmaker Fernando Grostein Andrade, lived abroad for seven years following death threats related to his sexual orientation. President Lula responded to these comments, stating that the fight for respect and freedom is a shared cause.

In the final stages of the presidential runoff between Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, more prominent figures have joined the movement. Presenter Angélica announced her vote via social media, stating she does not identify as left-wing or right-wing. She noted that while she initially feared the ‘hate on social media,’ the mobilization of young people inspired her to speak out in defense of women, children, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Marta Dora Grostein, mother of presenter Luciano Huck, reiterated her position, citing fears of social and cultural regressions and the threats faced by her son, Fernando Grostein Andrade.