Leaving PT is Jaques' way of minimizing criticism's appetite, says Think Policy

The possible departure of Jaques Wagner from the leadership of the PT (Workers' Party) was debated again during the WW, Leonardo Barreto, partner at the Think Policy consultancy, analyzed the political implications of the links between Wagner and the Master case, evaluating what would weigh more on the government: the senator's stay or departure from the party.

For Barreto, the decision to leave the PT would be strategic. "Leaving is a way for you to minimize the appetite for criticism directed at Senator Jaques Wagner," said the analyst, highlighting that the measure would have the effect of reducing pressure from the opposition at a time considered critical for the electoral bubble.

The expert also compared Wagner's situation with that of Flávio Bolsonaro (PL), another name involved in the case. According to Barreto, although the issue linked to Flávio has gained more visibility - as it directly involves a pre-candidate in conversation with Daniel Vorcaro -, Wagner's case could be even more serious.

"Perhaps the issue of Jaques Wagner is more serious, due to the fact that a good part of this whole process was born in Bahia", he said. The analyst also highlighted that Wagner is considered the representative of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) in the National Congress and one of the few remaining historical names in the PT, which makes his situation even more significant.

History of Lula's surroundings during crises
Barreto also drew attention to Wagner's behavior during a recent interview, highlighting the calmness with which the senator spoke, evoking his long career alongside Lula. "Lula and I have been through much worse things," Wagner was quoted as saying, according to the analyst.

However, Barreto issued a warning when recalling the history of close allies of Lula who were removed in moments of crisis. "History is not very kind to President Lula's environment, especially in crises," he stated, citing names such as José Genoino, João Paulo Cunha, José Dirceu and Antônio Palocci as examples of people who were quickly discarded at the first sign of turbulence.

"If I were Jaques Wagner, I would soak my white beard, because history is not usually generous with President Lula's surroundings, no", concluded Barreto.

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