Most Brazilians trust Lula as president, Quaest points out.
A survey shows that 54% trust the president, while 44% do not.
247 - A survey released this Monday (8) by Genial/Quaest reveals that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) is viewed with confidence by more than half of the Brazilian population. According to the study, 54% of respondents said they trust the head of the Executive, while 44% said they do not trust him. Only 2% chose not to answer.
The survey, which assessed public perception of various national institutions and leaders, interviewed 12.150 Brazilians between August 13 and 17, all aged 16 and over. The margin of confidence is 95%. In addition to the Presidency of the Republic, the survey also analyzed the level of trust in institutions such as the Catholic Church, the Military Police, the Armed Forces, and the Supreme Federal Court (STF).
Supreme Federal Court divides opinions
Another highlight of the study is the perception of the Supreme Federal Court. Exactly 50% of Brazilians said they trust the Court's justices, while 47% said they do not. The survey was conducted amidst the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro (PL), accused of attempted coup, which may have influenced public perception of the court.
Institutions in focus
The Genial/Quaest survey sought to gauge the level of institutional trust in Brazil during a time of high political tension. The analysis included, in addition to the Presidency and the Supreme Court, sectors such as security forces and religious entities, which traditionally hold significant weight in public opinion.
