Overview

• The Veneto governor announced the multi-province capolista bid while opening Alberto Stefani’s campaign at a rally in Padua.
• Zaia said he was first denied a presidential run, then a civic list, and finally the use of his name on the symbol.
• He declared, “If I am a problem, I will try to become a real problem,” presenting the decision as a countermove to those vetoes.
• He framed the race as a challenge to outpoll neighboring Lombardy, urging supporters to surpass its vote totals.
• He is barred from seeking a third term under law, and Veneto is scheduled to vote on 23–24 November.