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Inside Brazil's Presidential Election
Who has the edge: Lula or Flávio? Join Americas Society on October 15 to hear from experts.
Overview
Brazilians are voting in a highly polarized race to elect their next president. Incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro are neck-and-neck in most polls ahead of an expected runoff vote on October 25.
The race has unfolded amid numerous scandals, continued tensions with the Donald Trump administration, and public concerns about crime, inflation and affordability.
Who is the favorite to win the race? What will the result mean for Brazil’s democracy, Latin America’s largest economy, and the right-wing wave that has swept much of Latin America? Join Americas Society on October 15 to hear from experts who will analyze the first-round results and discuss what to watch next.
Register.
AS/COA members receive priority registration and seating at this event. Following the public discussion, there will be a member reception with the speakers. Not a member? Join today.
Email Emilie Sweigart at esweigart@as-coa.org with any questions.
Speakers
- Daniela Campello, Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University
- Brian Winter, Editor-in-Chief, Americas Quarterly; Vice President of Policy, AS/COA
Moderator to be announced.
