Brazil’s presidential election is heading to an October 25 runoff between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who led Lula by about 47% to 45% in the first round. The result defied most pre-election polls; analysts expect Flávio to attract voters who backed other conservative candidates, while Lula will need to broaden his support and increase turnout. Conservative candidates also made gains in congressional and other races, and Brazil’s currency rose after Flávio’s strong showing. The contest is shaped by concerns about the cost of living, public safety, corruption, the economy, Brazil’s democratic institutions and alleged U.S. political interference; it also pits Lula’s social-spending agenda against Flávio’s promises of a leaner government and tougher crime policies. Flávio has pledged to seek amnesty for his imprisoned father, former president Jair Bolsonaro, a move that could trigger an institutional confrontation if pursued without congressional backing.
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