Meirelles could be Serra's running mate.
Columnist Mônica Bergamo reiterates information previously reported by 247: Kassab wants the former president of the Central Bank alongside the PSDB candidate. It would greatly strengthen the ticket, she said.
247 – Folha columnist Mônica Bergamo confirmed information that 247 reported in early February (read the articleThe PSD has been working to make Henrique Meirelles the running mate of José Serra (PSDB-SP) in the mayoral race. One of the biggest supporters of the agreement is former president Fernando Henrique Cardoso.
"We gave Serra complete freedom to choose his own running mate. We don't want to fall into that common trap of nominations and blackmail. We're fully behind him no matter what," says Mayor Kassab, president of the PSD. "But Meirelles would be an excellent choice, without a doubt. He would greatly strengthen the ticket."
Having Meirelles on the ticket would reduce the potential for attacks from the PT, since he provided good service to both of Lula's governments.