Poll Puts Tarcísio Far Ahead in São Paulo Race

2026-03-09 - 10:13

Key Points —Datafolha’s first 2026 survey of the São Paulo governor’s race shows Tarcísio de Freitas leading Fernando Haddad 44% to 31% in the main scenario, and winning all second-round simulations —Haddad outperforms other Lula-aligned options — Vice President Alckmin and Planning Minister Tebet — but carries the field’s highest rejection rate at 38% —The