JHC makes TV debut with attacks on the Calheiros: 'the biggest colonel of Alagoas'Photo by Mateo Franciosi on Pexels
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JHC makes TV debut with attacks on the Calheiros: 'the biggest colonel of Alagoas'

oglobo28 August 2026 at 15:07

JHC, former mayor of Maceió, debuted his electoral program on TV this Friday with strong attacks on the Calheiros family. João Henrique Caldas is running for governor of Alagoas against incumbent governor Renan Filho. The first program airs this Friday afternoon.

JHC's attacks were mainly directed at Renan Calheiros, his political opponent's father. Renan Calheiros has been a senator for over 30 years and is considered an influential figure in Alagoas politics. The article refers to him as "the biggest colonel of Alagoas."

In the latest Quaest poll, JHC appeared technically tied with Renan Filho, indicating a fierce contest for the state government. This equality in voting intentions may explain the former mayor of Maceió's aggressive strategy in his first television program.

The article is an exclusive piece for subscribers, and full access to the content requires registration on the website. JHC's strategy of focusing on the Calheiros suggests he seeks to politically wear them down before the elections, directly attacking the family that has dominated Alagoas politics for decades.

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