‘Democracy always’: Lula vows no return to dictatorship in Brazil after election win
Leaders and governments worldwide congratulate Lula on dramatic comeback seen as an important signal to rest of Latin America
TL;DR
- Lula da Silva won Brazil's presidency for a historic fourth term, defeating far-right opponent Flávio Bolsonaro.
- Lula vowed that dictatorship and fascism would never return to Brazil.
- This marks the first time since the return of democracy that a first-round loser has won the second vote.
- Lula secured 51.79% of the vote, a victory of over 4 million votes.
- The result was met with international congratulations, with leaders hailing it as a victory for democracy.
- Lula's victory is expected to have significant consequences for environmental policies and the Amazon rainforest.
- Flávio Bolsonaro has reportedly rejected the result, and faces potential legal challenges.