Quaest: 52% of Brazilians oppose reducing sentences for fraudsters.
The survey also indicates that 47% are against amnesty for Bolsonaro.
247 - The Quaest survey released this Wednesday (8) revealed that the majority of the Brazilian population is against reducing the sentences of those involved in the acts of January 8, 2023, when Bolsonaro supporters invaded and vandalized the headquarters of the Three Powers in Brasília.
According to the survey, published by g1Of those surveyed, 52% stated that the sentences were proportionate and should not be changed. On the other hand, 37% said they believed the punishments were too severe and should be reduced, while 11% did not know or preferred not to answer.
Position on amnesty and its political impact.
In addition to the issue of sentencing guidelines, the research also investigated public opinion on the possibility of amnesty for Jair Bolsonaro (PL) and other convicts. The result shows that 47% of Brazilians remain opposed to this measure, reinforcing the resistance of the majority to relaxing the imposed punishments.
Another key point is the direct impact on the approval rating of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's (PT) government. After nine months with approval ratings exceeding disapproval, the scenario has returned to a technical tie, indicating greater polarization in public perception of the federal administration.
Detailed explanation of the question asked.
The question posed by Quaest sought to gauge the reaction to the alternative to amnesty, which proposes only a reduction in the sentences of those convicted.
- Against, because the sentences were fair: 52%
- In favor, because the penalties were very harsh: 37%
- They didn't know or didn't answer: 11%
National context
The debate over punishments for those involved in anti-democratic acts remains at the center of political discussions in Brasília. The research reinforces that, although a significant portion of the population favors a more lenient approach, the majority still believes that the penalties applied by the courts were adequate given the seriousness of the crimes committed.
