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Some Brazilians long associated with the left now shift towards Flavio Bolsonaro

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Briefings

Brazilian presidential election results show Flavio Bolsonaro won the most votes in 15 electoral districts in Rio de Janeiro's North Zone, surpassing Lula's 9 votes. This shift occurred in a region historically linked to the Workers' Party and Lula's social policies, marking a significant realignment of local political support toward Bolsonaro's family.

Key points

• Flavio Bolsonaro secured the highest vote count in 15 specific electoral districts within Rio de Janeiro's North Zone during the first round of the presidential election.
• The North Zone, historically associated with the Workers' Party and Lula's social policies, is now showing a shift toward Bolsonaro's son Flavio Bolsonaro.

Context

This election result highlights a realignment of political support in Rio de Janeiro's North Zone, a region long linked to the Workers' Party and Lula's social policies, as voters increasingly favor Flavio Bolsonaro over Lula.

Limitations

Data covers only the first round of Brazil's presidential elections in Rio de Janeiro's North Zone. Results are limited to the first round, and no further polling data or long-term trends are provided.

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