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Lula's Old Playbook Meets a New Political Reality

Sep 15, 2025 | 21:45 GMT

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sept. 7 in Brasilia, Brazil.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sept. 7 in Brasilia, Brazil.

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President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's failure to acknowledge structural changes in Brazil's society and power dynamics, reliance on policies from his previous time in office, and prioritization of international affairs over domestic issues have translated into a presidency that struggles to resonate with voters and will become a challenge for his 2026 reelection bid....

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