🇧🇷 Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Brazilians to Vote Sunday in Contest Between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro, Son of Ex-President
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Brazilians are voting in an election between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
What happened
Brazilians are voting in an election between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro. If no candidate wins more than half of the vote, a runoff will be held on October 25. Lula has warned against attempts to interfere in the election.
Why it matters
The election is significant because it determines who will hold the office of President of Brazil. The outcome could have implications for Brazil's domestic and international policies.
Key facts
- Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is running for a fourth nonconsecutive term in office. Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of imprisoned former President Jair Bolsonaro. A runoff will be held on October 25 if no candidate wins more than half of the vote.
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