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Lula to keep presidential agenda during campaign to contrast with Flávio

From Folha de S.Paulo · () Portuguese

Translated from Portuguese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva intends to maintain his official presidential schedule during the election campaign.
  • Lula aims to use his presidential activities to draw a contrast with Flávio Bolsonaro's campaign.
  • This strategy seeks to highlight the difference in approach between the current president and his political opponent.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to continue his official presidential duties even as the election campaign heats up. He has informed close associates of his intention to avoid stepping away from his presidential agenda during this period.

Lula's strategy is to leverage his position as president to create a distinct contrast with his opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro. By maintaining his official schedule, the president aims to underscore the difference between governing and campaigning, positioning himself as actively leading the country.

This approach is designed to highlight the responsibilities and actions associated with the presidency, differentiating it from the typical activities of a candidate on the campaign trail. The president believes this will serve as a key point of comparison for voters as they consider their choices.

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Originally published by Folha de S.Paulo in Portuguese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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