State deputies Thiago Auricchio and Alex Madureira from the PL (Liberal Party) are actively seeking support from their fellow deputies to sign a letter directed to the Governor of São Paulo, Tarcísio de Freitas, urging him to select André do Prado, who is currently the president of the São Paulo Legislative Assembly (Alesp), as his running mate for the upcoming elections. This initiative is gaining traction among the PL's lawmakers, with expectations that nearly all 19 members will endorse the letter, along with potential support from deputies of the Republicanos and Podemos parties.

André do Prado, who serves as the president of the Alesp, is viewed as a favorable choice for the vice-presidency by his colleagues, particularly in light of his close working relationship with Governor Tarcísio. The letter highlights various accomplishments during Tarcísio’s administration, including the privatization of Sabesp (the water utility company), the implementation of the SUS table (a price list for health services), and advancements on the Line 17-Gold metro, attributing these successes to the collaborative atmosphere fostered in the Alesp under do Prado’s leadership. This perception of progress is central to the argument in favor of choosing do Prado as the vice candidate.

The ongoing discussions reflect broader political dynamics in Brazil, particularly in São Paulo, where the upcoming election is likely to be intensely contested. The efforts by Auricchio and Madureira signify an attempt to consolidate support within the PL and potentially leverage collaborative strategies with allied parties, which could significantly influence the electoral landscape as candidates prepare for the polls.