Unfortunately, the details were making it impossible to build a coalition of 218,

We did well today. Nothing is perfect, but we have things to build off of.

It's impossible always to be with the majority in coalition government, especially when it's a very complicated coalition.

'A stronger coalition would boost Lula's chances of being reelected.

Unfortunately, the underlying details [of this report] suggest that it would be premature to break out the champagne.

I was pleasantly surprised, and I could tell that they are genuine about wanting us in the coalition. The talks were very constructive and from the good atmosphere, we could tell that we will be able to reach an agreement soon.