João Carlos Gonçalves, known as Juruna, the Secretary-General of Força Sindical, has made a strong case for the inclusion of non-Bolsonarista critics in President Lula's re-election campaign efforts. He highlights the importance of uniting various political figures, including Aécio Neves, president of the PSDB, and Paulinho da Força, leader of the Solidariedade party, despite their opposition to Lula. This strategy aims to broaden the political coalition and rally support by reconciling past political conflicts, especially with those who have previously opposed Lula. Instead of continuing to alienate these figures due to historical political grievances stemming from events like the impeachment of Dilma Rousseff, Juruna suggests that it is crucial for the Workers' Party to 'forgive' and include these leaders in their current alliance-building efforts. He cites the example of Geraldo Alckmin, who once opposed Lula but now supports him, as a model for how progressive politics can evolve and adapt by setting aside former antagonisms. According to Juruna, expanding the coalition is fundamental to not only securing the rights of workers but also fortifying the overall democratic structure in Brazil. By inviting those who are not aligned with Bolsonaro but have been critical of Lula, he believes that a stronger and more unified front can be presented in the next election, ultimately benefiting the democratic process in the country.