Soraya Thronicke


Soraya Vieira Thronicke is a Brazilian politician and lawyer. She has spent her political career representing Mato Grosso do Sul, having served as state senator since 2019.

Personal life

As is common in her home state Thronicke is of Brazilian German descent. Born in Dourados, Thronicke grew up in Campo Grande. Before becoming a politician Thronicke was a lawyer. She is married and has a daughter. Thronicke's family owen's multiple motels throughout Mato Grosso do Sul.

Political career

In the 2018 Brazilian general election Thronicke, along with Nelsinho Trad was elected to the national senate from the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Thronicke was the only woman on the ballot in the entire state that election year. Strong themes of Thronicke's senate campaign agenda included anti-corruption and encouraging private property.
Ideologically Thronicke identifies as economically liberal and socially conservative. She is a supporter of Jair Bolsonaro, and campaigned with him on his run for president in 2018.