"PSOL is more alive than ever and ready to reorganize the left," says Talíria.

247 - During an interview on the program Bom Dia 247, federal deputy Talíria Petrone (PSOL-RJ) stated that PSOL is experiencing a new phase of political strengthening and connection with popular demands. The parliamentarian highlighted that the party — to which the new minister Guilherme Boulos belongs — has the mission of "reorganizing the Brazilian left" and continuing to "express the agendas of the working people."

The congresswoman analyzed Boulos' entry into President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government, highlighting that his presence in the ministry "is an important signal from the Lula government to the Brazilian left." According to Talíria, the appointment consolidates PSOL's space within the broad front and reinforces the party's socialist identity. "PSOL has a place in the broad front, and that place is on the left. It's presenting an agenda for Brazil that includes ending the 6x1 work schedule, the rights of app workers, agrarian reform, and taxing billionaires," she stated.

The role of PSOL in government and the strengthening of the left.

For Talíria Petrone, Boulos's performance in the Executive branch is consistent with his trajectory in popular movements and with the history of the party. "No matter where this activist ends up, I'm sure he will continue to make PSOL proud," she declared. She emphasized that the appointment represents the continuity of the alliance between the social movement and the institutional struggle, pillars that have sustained PSOL since its founding.

When asked about the impact of Boulos' departure from the Chamber of Deputies, Talíria stated that the party is prepared for the electoral challenge. "PSOL needs to and will meet the electoral threshold. We have figures like Érica Hilton, Luciene Cavalcante, and Sâmia Bomfim, who broaden our political presence and represent the agendas of the Brazilian people," she said.

Connection with the people and political growth

The congresswoman refuted the idea that PSOL is a party restricted to the university-educated middle class. According to her, the party's electoral growth shows its roots in the peripheries and among workers. “It’s not possible to have almost 200 votes only from university students. I have votes in working-class municipalities, like São Gonçalo and Duque de Caxias. PSOL is spread throughout the state and has popular support, far beyond the bubble of Rio's South Zone,” she explained.

She argued that the central challenge for the left is "reaching the heart of the working people," a task that requires action in the territories and efficient communication. "The agendas we defend—such as taxing billionaires, ending the 6x1 commute, and zero fares—are the agendas of the working people. But the hearts of the people are often captured by conservative thinking. We need to contest this narrative," she stated.

Outlook for the future

Talíria also commented on expanding the PSOL's base, citing conversations with figures from other progressive camps. "We are courting Manuela D'Ávila and other figures who can strengthen the party. Those who are committed to the Brazilian people know that the first task is to defeat the far right and consolidate a democratic cycle in the country," she said.

According to the congresswoman, PSOL will be a key player in sustaining a new democratic and popular cycle. "The party is more alive than ever, more connected than ever to the demands of the Brazilian people, and more ready for the tasks that the left has at this very difficult moment for the world and our country," she concluded. Watch: