Brazilians vote this Sunday in a high-stakes presidential run-off between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro.
Brazilians head to the polls this Sunday for a presidential run-off election. The race features two very different candidates.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva represents the left wing. He is 80 years old and seeks a fourth term. He faces 45-year-old senator Flávio Bolsonaro.
Flávio is the son of Jair Bolsonaro. The former president currently serves a long prison sentence. He plotted a coup after losing the 2022 election.
Also, Flávio Bolsonaro led the first round of voting. Supporters feel confident he will win this final stage. They want him to fight organized crime.
Next, the candidate promised tax cuts and lower public spending. He also wants to release his father from house arrest. His father suffers from poor health.
Meanwhile, Lula supporters held large rallies to boost turnout. Many people did not vote during the first round. Lula claims this vote protects national sovereignty.
Then, Lula criticized his opponent for ties to foreign interests. He stated that voters must choose between two different visions. He wants the country to move forward.
However, Flávio Bolsonaro argues that the Workers' Party is corrupt. He reminds voters of past financial scandals. He believes his policies will restore order.
After that, the candidates focused on their final campaign stops. Flávio campaigned in Minas Gerais. Lula rallied crowds on Copacabana beach.
Finally, the two men will watch the results from different cities. Lula will be in São Paulo. Flávio will wait in the capital, Brasília.