Brazil's Lula seeks fourth presidential term in tight race against far-right rival
Source Summary
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, 80, is running for re-election in Brazil on Sunday, seeking a fourth presidential term. The former steelworker is running neck-and-neck in polls with far-right rival Flavio Bolsonaro, citing his popularity and economic successes as assets for his campaign.
Why it matters
Brazil's presidential election determines the direction of Latin America's largest economy and most populous nation during a period of significant political polarization.
What remains uncertain
The outcome is uncertain, with polls showing Lula and Bolsonaro in a close race.
