Brazilian Writer Augusto Cury Enters 2026 Presidential Race

Augusto Cury, a widely known Brazilian author, has entered the race for the Presidency in Brazil's 2026 elections, according to a report from BBC Brasil citing Estadão.

Cury is running under the banner of Avante, a relatively small political party that has not traditionally been a major force in national elections.

As part of his early campaign activities, Cury visited the states of Minas Gerais and São Paulo, two of Brazil's most populous and politically influential regions.

During these appearances, Cury made a notable remark about his own career, saying, "I have more than the great majority of politicians ever dreamed of having."

The comment appears to reference his success as an author, though the summary does not provide further detail about what exactly he was referring to.

Cury is far better known to the Brazilian public as a writer than as a political figure, which makes his candidacy somewhat unusual compared with more traditional politicians.

Brazil's 2026 presidential election is expected to draw a wide field of candidates from across the political spectrum, though full details of the race have not yet been confirmed.

It remains unclear how much national support Cury's campaign will attract, given that his public activity so far appears limited to a small number of states.

Further information about his platform, policies and broader campaign strategy is expected to emerge as the 2026 election approaches.