Bispo de Santos lista, saúde, educação, meio ambiente e violência como critérios para as eleições 2026

In brief

Bishop Joaquim Giovani Mol Guimarães of Santos identified several social issues that should guide Catholic voters when evaluating candidates for the 2026 elections.

The bishop stated that voters should ask how candidate proposals address specific challenges, including health, education, and environmental care. He also noted that proposals should address the need for dignified housing in stilt house communities, mobility, security, and the creation of jobs and income.

Guimarães further emphasized that candidates should be judged on their plans to combat child exploitation and various forms of violence, particularly violence against women.