The most recent Quaest survey revealed that 62% of Brazilians are little or not at all interested in this year's electoral dispute, three weeks before the presidential elections. This number represents a significant increase compared to 2022, when only 33% of voters showed little or no interest in the election at the same stage of the campaign. The diagnosis points to a political apathy among the electorate, and not just of indecision.
The current reality contrasts with the scenario seen two years ago, when the presidential race mobilized a much larger portion of the population. Despite the lack of stimuli in the campaign, such as vote requests, promises, and attacks between candidates that dominate radio, TV and streets, these elements have not managed to awaken the electorate's interest.
Paraná professor Alice Pentes exemplifies this feeling of disbelief. She stated that, for the first time in four years, she has no idea what is coming, considering it an example of political apathy. The candidates' proposals are not considered captivating, and the feeling is that the individual vote will not make any difference in the election result.
