Renato Battista, the national coordinator of the MBL (Movimento Brasil Livre), has initiated an online petition aimed at reinstating the political rights of ex-state deputy Arthur do Val, popularly known as Mamãe Falei. Do Val lost his political mandate in 2022 after sexist audio recordings surfaced following a trip to Ukraine. As a result, he has been barred from holding political office for eight years.

Battista revealed that the petition, which he discussed during a live broadcast, has already garnered support from 10,000 individuals. The campaign's slogan, 'It's time to let them be offended,' references a statement made by do Val while addressing the assembly during a heated exchange with members of the Workers' Party (PT). Battista argues that do Val's removal from office was driven by political motives rather than the comments he made, asserting that it silenced the voices of nearly half a million voters from São Paulo who supported him. He is confident that do Val would win reelection in 2026.

The implications of this campaign could be significant for the political landscape in Brazil, especially as it presents an effort to restore do Val's standing at a time when political divisions are sharp. If successful, it may embolden other political figures who have faced similar controversies, potentially reshaping future electoral dynamics as the 2026 elections approach, where many political factions will be vying for influence and control.