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Brazils presidential race heads to Lula–Bolsonaro run-off as right gains ground
What happened
The first-round election resulted in a tight contest, with Flávio Bolsonaro leading with over 47% of the vote and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva holding second place with over 44% of the vote. The election will proceed to a runoff on October 25. The right-wing Bolsonaro camp performed strongly across the country, and the right also made significant gains in Congress.
Why it matters
The runoff election is significant because it will determine whether Brazil continues with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's left-wing policies or embraces a broader rightward shift in politics. The outcome may also impact Brazil's relationship with the United States and global politics. The election's outcome is uncertain.
Key facts
- Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is aiming for his fourth nonconsecutive term. Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year prison sentence. Brazilians also chose governors and state and federal lawmakers, with the right making significant gains in Congress, particularly in the Senate.
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