Abstract
In this article, we analyzed Twitter posts regarding the controversy surrounding ACM Neto's self-declaration of race, who was a candidate for governor of Bahia in 2022. The methodology employed is a natural language processing analysis, aiming to identify themes and perceptions. The controversy emerged after ACM Neto self- identified as “pardo” (mixed race) and appeared with a tan in an interview, raising questions about IBGE criteria. The results reveal a heated debate on Twitter, questioning his representativeness and accusing him of political opportunism. The analysis exposes a public discourse about ACM Neto's sincerity, political stances, and opportunism concerning the racial topic, underscoring the increasing significance of race and ethnicity dimensions in electoral political debates.
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