On the eve of the election, Matuê stated that his support for Lula was based on values such as respect, gender equality, combating racism, homophobia, and social inequality, as well as valuing culture and dignity. He said he did not consider any candidate perfect and that supporting Lula did not mean he would stop criticizing or holding him accountable. In his assessment, the right-wing project represented a cultural and social setback for Brazil. Matuê also explained that he took time to position himself publicly, but he did not want his silence to be understood as indifference, and he asked for votes for number 13 the next day. (translated)