A new survey conducted by Quaest, released on Wednesday, revealed divided opinions among Brazilian voters regarding the political character of President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. The poll asked respondents whether they agree or disagree with various statements about these pre-candidates for the presidency, particularly focusing on the perception of radicalism associated with their political stances. According to the findings, 46% of respondents believe that Lula is radical, with an equal percentage disagreeing with that characterization. Similarly, 45% view Flávio Bolsonaro as radical, while 44% are opposed to this label.

In addition to views on radicalism, the poll explored perceptions of honesty in both politicians. Only 23% of respondents believe that Lula possesses this attribute, while a notable 69% disagree, indicating a significant lack of trust in his integrity. For Flávio Bolsonaro, 26% perceive him as honest, with 62% disputing this characterization. These results suggest a considerable skepticism towards the integrity of both political figures, reflecting broader concerns about their suitability for leadership roles.

Conducted between March 5 and March 9 and involving a sample size of 2,004 individuals aged 16 and older, the survey has a margin of error of two percentage points and a confidence level of 95%. These results come at a critical time in Brazilian politics, as both leaders are potential candidates for the presidency, and public perceptions could influence their electoral prospects significantly.