Following the protests in Brazil in June, President Rousseff has requested Congress to hold a non-binding national vote, known as a plebiscite, to determine the changes that Brazilians would like to see. Some of the themes she wants to be addressed include campaign finance reform, an end to anonymous votes by lawmakers, and a possible switch from proportional representation to district voting. Recent polls show that Rousseff's approval ratings have dropped significantly, indicating a potential challenge to her re-election bid next year. The protests, which attracted over 1 million people, were fueled by dissatisfaction with public services, cost of living, and the expenses of hosting the 2014 World Cup. The protests have made it clear that Brazilians are demanding a more efficient and transparent government that puts an end to corruption. Rousseff believes that the people should have a say in decisions and has emphasized the importance of a plebiscite to address various issues, including the elimination of unelected stand-ins for senators. In Brazil, all members of Congress have substitutes who can take their place if they step down, such as if they accept a Cabinet position. President Rousseff is also proposing that the public have a say in whether lawmakers can be elected with votes from supporters of different parties. A recent poll showed that 81 percent of Brazilians support the street demonstrations calling for changes, with 68 percent in favor of holding a plebiscite. However, Rousseff's political opponents believe this popular vote is a tactic to divert attention from important issues like lack of investment in infrastructure and to regain support before the upcoming election. Senator Alvaro Dias, leader of the main opposition party in the Senate, believes that most of Rousseff's proposed reforms are already being addressed in existing bills in Congress and that a rushed plebiscite would be an unnecessary expense for the country. He argues that these issues are not the top priorities for Brazilians and that the plebiscite is merely a political distraction. The possibility of a fiasco looms over the plebiscite, which also poses a risk to Rousseff. The PMDB party, a key ally in her coalition government, prefers to see reforms discussed in Congress, leading to concerns that the vote may not take place or could result in unexpected consequences. Despite holding a slight lead in approval ratings and being the frontrunner in the upcoming election, Rousseff faces a more competitive race. Many political experts question whether the plebiscite is the best strategy for regaining support. According to them, Rousseff should concentrate on controlling inflation and revitalizing Brazil's economy, which has been mostly inactive for the past two years. Although smaller protests are ongoing in Brazil, the main catalyst for the large demonstrations has ended with the conclusion of the Confederations Cup, a prelude to next year's soccer World Cup. Despite this, there are other obstacles to overcome, as some of Brazil's major labor unions are organizing marches on July 11 to advocate for their demands, including a reduced work week.