Brazil’s Lula defies polls, defeats Flavio Bolsonaro for historic fourth term
RIO DE JANEIRO (Brazil), Oct 26— Brazil’s leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva pulled off a dramatic...
Brazil's leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva achieved a historic fourth term in office, overcoming right-wing senator Flavio Bolsonaro, who is the son of former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro. Official results showed Lula winning 51.75% of the votes, compared to Bolsonaro's 48.25%. Despite being projected to lose, Lula defied expectations and secured victory in the general election.
The campaign was marked by scandal, mud-slinging, and chaos after a last-minute Supreme Court ruling extended voting hours by two hours at the request of Lula. His victory comes as Brazil faces deep divisions, with over half of the population voting against him, fearing the rise of fascism. Lula, now 81 years old, has overseen a drop in inflation and unemployment, and lifted millions out of hunger during his previous terms.
However, he faces challenges such as rising living costs, insecurity, and a hostile Congress dominated by the right.
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