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Lula or Bolsonaro Jr? A polarized Brazil decides the direction of the economy and the country in the world

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Brazil faces a presidential election between Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro Jr., with nearly 160,000 voters casting ballots on October 4, 2026. While Lula leads in polling, the campaign highlights a shift from ideological polarization to affective opposition, where voters reject candidates rather than support specific platforms. Economic indicators show improvements but do not translate into voter satisfaction, leaving the economy undecided for many. The election results will determine Brazil's global positioning and the stability of the Congress.

Key points

• Nearly 160,000 Brazilians will vote on October 4, 2026, choosing between Lula da Silva's fourth term or Flávio Bolsonaro Jr.'s 2.0 version.
• Polling shows Lula leading, but the campaign reveals voters reject candidates based on opposition rather than policy alignment, with affective polarization intensifying despite ideological divisions.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the first round of voting on October 4, 2026, with a second round scheduled for October 25. Economic indicators show improvements but do not guarantee voter satisfaction, and specific policy proposals remain unarticulated by the main candidates.

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