In 1992, Genro was elected to the position of Mayor of Porto Alegre, though he lost reelection in 1996. In 1998, he was speculated to be a potential presidential candidate for the PT in the place of Lula, though Lula ended up running
In 1992, Genro was elected as Mayor of Porto Alegre, although he failed to secure reelection in 1996. In 1998, he was considered a possible presidential candidate for the PT, potentially replacing Lula, but ultimately Lula decided to run instead.