Some Brazilians long associated with the left now shift towards Flavio Bolsonaro
This part of the city, long associated with the left and the social policies of Lula’s Workers’ Party, is now shifting towards former president Jair…
According to France 24, this part of the city, long associated with the left and the social policies of Lula’s Workers’ Party, is now shifting towards former president Jair Bolsonaro’s son.
In the first round of Brazil’s presidential elections, Flavio Bolsonaro got the most votes in 15 electoral districts in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, compared with 9 for Lula.
This world story centres on Brazil. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Flavio Bolsonaro, Brazilians and Lula’s Workers’ Party.
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- Flavio Bolsonaro, Brazilians, Lula’s Workers’ Party, North Zone of Rio de Janeiro
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