Brazil's Lula claims he alone can stop fascism under Bolsonaro's son

The Guardian · world

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated he is the sole force preventing the rise of "fascists" and the return of the Bolsonaro family to power. He led a large rally in Rio de Janeiro ahead of Sunday's crucial election, framing it as a choice between democracy and "barbarism." Lula emphasized the election's importance for the future of Brazil's democracy, drawing parallels to past pro-democracy movements. He seeks a historic fourth term, asserting his unique position to counter the far-right threat.