One and a half years into Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s third presidential term, his economic agenda faces challenges amidst a conservative Congress dominated by rural lobbies and Bolsonaro loyalists. Despite attempts to form a stable coalition, dissatisfaction among congressional leaders persists, urging a reset in negotiations with Congress – a daunting task. As political scientist Beatriz Rey discusses, the Workers’ Party’s management of coalitions poses underlying issues, aggravated by poor communication with Congress. The upcoming House Speaker election and municipal races hold crucial implications for the government’s future strategies.
Background reading on Lula and his relationship with Congress:
- In episode 289 of Explaining Brazil, the feud between Lula and Arthur Lira highlighted congressional challenges.
- House Speaker Lira’s dissatisfaction with government liaisons and calls for a strategic shift pose hurdles for the administration.
- Implications of the upcoming House Speaker election and future governing dynamics loom large in the political landscape.
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