'Right-wing trans person': meet Sophia Barclay, PL candidate who defends responsible use of social programsPhoto by Oriel Frankie Ashcroft on Pexels
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'Right-wing trans person': meet Sophia Barclay, PL candidate who defends responsible use of social programs

extra27 August 2026 at 01:23

Sophia Barclay is a candidate for federal deputy from São Paulo by the PL party, known on social media as a "right-wing trans woman" who advocates for oversight and responsible use of federal social programs such as Bolsa Família and Gás do Povo. The influencer has conservative positions, including advocating for chemical castration of repeat offenders convicted of sexual crimes. She states that benefits should reach those who truly need them, criticizing those who, according to her, don't want to work so they don't lose Bolsa Família. Barclay gained prominence for her authenticity and courage in debating sensitive topics on social media.

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