Paulo Souto

Paulo Souto
Governor of Bahia
In office
January 1, 1995 – January 1, 1999
Preceded by Antônio Imbassahy
Succeeded by César Borges
In office
January 1, 2003 – January 1, 2007
Preceded by Otto Alencar
Succeeded by Jaques Wagner
Personal details
Born Paulo Ganem Souto
(1943-11-19) November 19, 1943
Caetité, BA
Political party ARENA (1965-1980)
PDS (1980–1986)
PFL (1986–2007)
DEM (2007–present)
Profession Geologist

Paulo Ganem Souto (born November 19, 1943) is a Brazilian geologist and politician. He served as governor of Bahia from 1995 to 1999 and from 2003 to 2007. He was also a senator from 1999 to 2003.

Governor of Bahia

In 1994, Souto run-off for governor, against Durval. Magalhães's TV Bahia, helped Souto to victory.[1]

In 1995, Souto took place as governor, and created Blue Bahia and others programs.

In 1999, Souto took place as senator.

In 2002, With support of Gomes, Souto was elected governor. In the second round, Souto supported Lula.

In 2005, Souto broke with the government of Lula.

In 2006, Souto run-off, but was defeated by Jaques Wagner.

References

  1. ↑ "Durval e Souto se acusam". Folha de S.Paulo (in Portuguese). November 8, 1994. Archived from the original on May 28, 2016. Retrieved May 28, 2016.


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