Brazil goes to polls in decisive election for future of Latin America
Brazil is holding a high-stakes presidential election featuring incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva against far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. The outcome is expected to significantly influence the political trajectory of Latin America.
Why it matters
As the largest country in Latin America, Brazil's political shift has major implications for regional alliances and international relations with the U.S.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (left) is seeking a fourth term, with far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro standing in his way. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (left) is seeking a fourth term, with far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro standing in his way. Brazil Brazil goes to polls in decisive election for future of Latin America Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro face off in battle between leftwing incumbent and far-right son of jailed ex-president
Prefer the Guardian on Google Brazilians go to the polls on Sunday in the first round of a highly polarised and high-stakes presidential election that could change not only the direction of Latin America’s largest country but that of the entire region.
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