In the interview, Mr. Temer argued that he hadn’t been given credit for the country’s advancements since he took office in August 2016. In polls, Mr. Temer’s approval ratings have been mired in the single digits for many months. Prominent allies of Mr. Temer are also considering candidacies. Mr. Temer’s bid may complicate efforts of centrist parties to coalesce around a candidate. Marielle Franco, a popular city councilwoman who was critical of Mr. Temer and the federal intervention, was murdered this month.

Source: New York Times March 25, 2018 00:01 UTC