Perhaps Lula's victory will, in the end, be good for everyone
Translated from Portuguese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A recent Datafolha poll shows Lula leading Flávio Bolsonaro by ten percentage points in the stimulated vote.
- Flávio Bolsonaro's situation has reportedly worsened following a leaked conversation about funding for his father's biopic.
- The article suggests that a Lula victory might ultimately be beneficial due to his predictability and past results, despite existing problems.
Recent polling data from Datafolha indicates a significant shift in Brazil's political landscape, with Lula consolidating a ten-percentage-point lead over Flávio Bolsonaro in the stimulated vote. Bolsonaro's standing appears to have diminished, particularly after a leaked conversation surfaced, allegedly showing him soliciting funds from a banker for a biopic about his father. This incident has further complicated his campaign. In the spontaneous vote, where candidates' names are not presented, Lula garners 30% support compared to Bolsonaro's 17%. While a second-round poll suggests Lula holds a four-point lead, Bolsonaro reportedly leads in voter rejection rates. The article also touches upon internal political friction, mentioning a conflict between Flávio Bolsonaro and his wife, Michelle. Despite the uncertainties and the potential for shifts in the political narrative, the piece posits that a Lula victory might ultimately serve the interests of a broader spectrum of Brazilians. It argues that Lula, despite his own challenges, offers predictability and a track record of results, which could be a more stable outcome than the perceived "catastrophe" of a Bolsonaro presidency. The article critically assesses other potential right-wing candidates, finding them lacking in experience and appeal.
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.