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Brazilian citizens in Spain vote in presidential runoff
Brazilian residents in Spain participated in the presidential runoff election at designated voting centers in Madrid and Barcelona. In Madrid, approximately 23,520 voters were registered, with officials noting higher participation levels compared to the first round.
Supporters of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva gathered near polling stations, expressing support for national sovereignty and labor rights. Conversely, supporters of the right-wing candidate, Flávio Bolsonaro, demonstrated their backing for a different economic and political model.
Some voters expressed concerns regarding the potential victory of the far-right, citing risks to institutional stability and the separation of powers. Discussions among voters also touched upon the legal situation of Jair Bolsonaro.
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Barcelona · Flávio Bolsonaro · Jair Bolsonaro · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Madrid