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More Than 50% of Brazilians Disapprove of Lula’s Management and the Numbers Just Keep Increasing. What is Behind This Growing Dissatisfaction? Inflation, Political Polarization, and Unfulfilled Promises are Affecting Brazil.
The disapproval of the government of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) exceeds 50%, according to data from a recent survey conducted by AtlasIntel in partnership with Bloomberg.
The survey, released last Tuesday (April 1, 2025), showed that 53.6% of Brazilians do not approve of the current president’s management.
The approval rate for the government, in turn, stood at 44.9%, while 1.5% of respondents chose not to express an opinion.
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These numbers reveal a slight change compared to the previous survey conducted in February, which recorded a disapproval rate of 53% and an approval rate of 45.7%.
Although the difference is not significant, the current political scenario still generates an atmosphere of polarization and heated discussions about the government’s performance.
The survey was conducted between March 20 and 24, 2025, and included a total of 4,659 people across Brazil.
With a margin of error of 1 percentage point, plus or minus, and a confidence level of 95%, the study seeks to capture the population’s perception regarding the federal government’s performance in various areas.
Government Performance: What Do They Approve and What Do They Disapprove?
In addition to measuring approval and disapproval, the survey also aimed to understand how the population evaluates Lula’s administration in a more general way.
The numbers show that the perception of the president’s management is still very divided, reflecting the political tensions in the country.
Almost half of Brazilians (49.6%) rated Lula’s government as “bad” or “terrible.”
These numbers indicate that a significant part of the population is dissatisfied with the policies implemented so far.
On the other hand, 37.4% considered the government “excellent” or “good”, a significant approval, but lower than the disapproval.
Additionally, 12.5% of respondents rated the management as “average”, suggesting that many Brazilians are still in a kind of “wait-and-see mode,” without a definitive evaluation of the country’s leadership.
These data reflect the complexity of President Lula’s administration, which is dealing with a series of challenges, from economic issues to internal and international political tensions.
Factors Influencing Disapproval
The disapproval rate exceeding 50% can be attributed to several factors impacting the government since its inception.
The first major issue is the economy.
Inflation remains a central concern for many Brazilians, and the rising prices of food and fuel have caused discomfort in various sectors of society.
The promise of economic growth, which marked Lula’s campaign, has not yet materialized in the way many expected, leading to frustration among voters who bet on the former president’s return to power.
Another relevant factor is political polarization.
Since the beginning of his term, Lula has faced strong opposition, both in Congress and on the streets.
This polarization has affected the government’s ability to advance important reforms, as well as generating a political instability environment that reflects on the president’s evaluation.
But Is Disapproval of Lula’s Government Uniform?
By observing the survey data more closely, it becomes apparent that disapproval is not uniform across all regions of Brazil.
In some areas, the government still enjoys significant support, especially among the poorer segments of the population who have benefited from social programs implemented or expanded since the beginning of Lula’s administration.
In other regions, such as more developed urban areas, dissatisfaction is higher, reflecting concerns about the economy and the management of social issues.
The survey also reveals that there is a strong division between young and adult individuals regarding the government’s evaluation, with younger people showing a greater tendency to approve of Lula’s management, while older individuals are more critical.
This phenomenon is interesting as it points to a shift in the political expectations of younger generations, who have a more progressive view on issues such as human rights, education, and social justice.
What is Ahead for Lula’s Government?
With the 2026 elections approaching, the approval and disapproval of Lula’s government will be central themes in political debates.
The administration must face new challenges, such as economic growth, combating social inequality, and strengthening political alliances in Congress.
The president will also need to navigate an unstable global economy and international tensions, especially concerning relations with the United States and China.
The key to a possible recovery of Lula’s popularity seems to lie in a significant improvement in the purchasing power of the population and a reduction in economic inequalities.
However, the political scenario is constantly changing, and the performance of the government may be affected by unforeseen events.
In the meantime, the survey numbers continue to fuel the debate about the direction of Brazil in the coming years, raising questions about what the future holds for the country under Lula’s leadership.
Is Brazil Really Prepared to Face Another Lula Government, or Does the Country Need New Leadership to Overcome Economic and Social Challenges? What Do You Think? Leave Your Opinion in the Comments!
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