Exciting news from Rio de Janeiro’s mayoral race as incumbent Mayor Eduardo Paes (PSD, center-right) expands his lead, with a recent Quaest survey showing him at a commanding 60% of voter intentions, an 11% rise from July.
His closest rival, Federal Deputy Alexandre Ramagem (PL-Right), supported by former President Jair Bolsonaro, lags far behind at only 9%.
Other candidates, like Tarcísio Motta (PSOL, far left) at 5% and Cyro Garcia (PSTU, far left) at 3%, struggle in the low single digits. Mayor Paes’ approval rating has also seen a positive trend, with 51% of respondents now viewing his administration as good or excellent.
The shifting dynamics have put Ramagem in a tough spot, hinting at potential volatility among the secondary candidates. Quaest accounts for a margin of error of 3 percentage points, suggesting a close race for the second spot.
This data sheds light on Rio’s political landscape, showcasing how voters respond to campaigns and social factors. As the election nears, Paes stands strong while his challengers grapple with connecting to the electorate.