Michel Temer: ‘It would be ideal for Lula to concede an amnesty to Bolsonaro – but I don’t think he will’
Former president underlines the need to construct consensus between Brazil’s executive and legislative branches of government to overcome polarisation. He questions the fiscal impact of the promises made by the Lula government and advocates giving priority to commercial regional integration over ideological differences. Leer más
Former Brazilian President Michel Temer expressed the hope that Lula would grant an amnesty to Bolsonaro, but he doubted that this would happen. Speaking in an interview, Temer emphasized the need for national conciliation and harmony following the recent elections. He stressed that Brazil's democratic system and institutions are well-established and that the country needs a government functioning in harmony with Congress.
Temer highlighted the importance of keeping the peace and avoiding hatred and resentment, while acknowledging that the re-elected president has significant fiscal commitments and must seek a balance to ensure the public debt doesn't increase.
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