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Datafolha Polls Reveal Variations in Government Ratings Across Several States
Recent Datafolha surveys show differing assessments of governors' leadership in Minas Gerais, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Pernambuco, and the Federal District.
A Datafolha survey revealed that the administration of Governor Mateus Simões (PSD) in Minas Gerais is viewed positively by 23% of voters, while 15% rate it negatively and 37% classify it as average. The data was released on Friday (21).
In São Paulo, Tarcísio de Freitas's (Republicanos) administration received a positive evaluation from 42% of voters, with 23% considering it negative and 31% assessing it as average. This survey was also released on the same date.
Regarding President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's (PT) administration, the negative evaluation increased from 38% to 41% between late July and now, while the positive rating varied from 32% to 33%. The average assessment decreased from 28% to 25%.
The interim government of Ricardo Couto in Rio de Janeiro showed a positive approval rating of 28%, according to a Datafolha survey. However, other data indicate that 47% of voters in the state approve of his leadership, while 31% disapprove.
In Pernambuco, Governor Raquel Lyra (PSD) has a positive approval rating of 50%, with 18% of voters considering her administration negative. Another 30% rated it as average. This information was also revealed in a Datafolha survey on the same date.
Lastly, in the Federal District, Celina Leão's (PP) administration is viewed negatively by 32% of voters, while 24% consider it positive. The Datafolha survey suggests a predominant unfavorable evaluation.