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Brazil’s 2026 presidential election: Polls show a close race

Polling ahead of Brazil’s 2026 presidential election shows a close contest between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro. Crime and the economy are cited as major concerns.

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Image: aljazeera.com · Author: Brian Osgood · source articleEditorial excerpt for news reporting

Polling ahead of Brazil’s 2026 presidential election points to a close contest between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro.

Voters are particularly concerned about crime and the economy. The source does not provide specific poll figures or an election date.

Main presidential contenders

Lula is seeking another term as the incumbent president, while Flavio Bolsonaro is presented as his right-wing challenger. The cited polling does not show a clear lead for either candidate.

Issues shaping the race

Crime levels and the state of the economy are identified as central concerns in the campaign. The source provides no further details on the candidates’ platforms, election rules or campaign timetable.

What we know

  • Polling shows a close contest between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro.
  • Flavio Bolsonaro is identified as the incumbent president’s right-wing rival.
  • Crime and the economy are among the main concerns cited.

Trust: Single source

  • The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
  • Sources: Al Jazeera English.
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