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Sara Funaro the most beloved mayor, Antonio Decaro first among the governors
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Sara Funaro the most beloved mayor, Antonio Decaro first among the governors

The article reports on the results of the Governance Poll 2026, which ranks Italian mayors based on public approval ratings. Sara Funaro, mayor of Florence, leads with a 66% approval rating, making her the most loved mayor in Italy and the first woman to achieve this position. She gained 5.4 percentage points since the election day. Marco Fioravanti, mayor of Ascoli Piceno, comes second with 65%, while Gaetano Manfredi, mayor of Naples, is third with 64%. Other notable mentions include Massimo Zedda (Cagliari) at 63%, Federico Basile (Messina) at 62%, and Pierluigi Biondi (L’Aquila) at 61%. The article also lists other mayors and regional presidents, highlighting their approval ratings and changes compared to previous polls. Antonio Decaro, president of Puglia, is noted as the top-ranked regional president with a 66% approval rating.

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Sara Funaro the most beloved mayor, Antonio Decaro first among the governors

The article reports on the results of the Governance Poll 2026, which ranks Italian mayors based on public approval ratings. Sara Funaro, mayor of Florence, leads with a 66% approval rating, making her the most loved mayor in Italy and the first woman to achieve this position. She gained 5.4 percentage points since the election day. Marco Fioravanti, mayor of Ascoli Piceno, comes second with 65%, while Gaetano Manfredi, mayor of Naples, is third with 64%. Other notable mentions include Massimo Zedda (Cagliari) at 63%, Federico Basile (Messina) at 62%, and Pierluigi Biondi (L’Aquila) at 61%. The article also lists other mayors and regional presidents, highlighting their approval ratings and changes compared to previous polls. Antonio Decaro, president of Puglia, is noted as the top-ranked regional president with a 66% approval rating.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data regarding approval ratings of mayors and regional presidents without overtly favoring any particular political ideology. It provides balanced information by listing multiple candidates and their respective approval ratings, without emphasizing one side over another.

Il Sole 24 Ore logoIl Sole 24 OreParty-aligned🔒Center2 days ago
The 2026 ranking of the most popular mayors and governors - Video

In the 2026 edition of the Governance Poll conducted by Noto Sondaggi for Il Sole 24 Ore, Sara Funaro, the mayor of Florence, has emerged as the most popular mayor, surpassing previous leaders such as Marco Fioravanti of Ascoli Piceno and Gaetano Manfredi of Naples. Funaro’s rise reflects strong local governance recognized by citizens after two years in office. Other notable performances include Federico Basile of Messina, who gained significant support after winning re-election in May 2026 despite earlier challenges. The survey highlights shifts in public opinion across Italian cities, with some southern mayors showing increased approval ratings.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a neutral overview of the Governance Poll results without overtly favoring any political side. It focuses on statistical data and quotes from various mayors without editorializing or biased language.

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