'I feel so happy!': Ecstasy, relief among Brazil's Lula supporters
Summary
Thousands of Brazilians filled São Paulo’s Paulista Avenue in celebration after Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva defeated Flavio Bolsonaro in a closely watched presidential runoff. Supporters called the result a victory for democracy and relief from the threat of a far-right government.
Key Points
- Thousands of supporters celebrated in São Paulo after Lula’s election victory over Flavio Bolsonaro.
- Lula joined the parade and told supporters that the fight would continue.
- Supporters described the result as a defense of democracy and a rejection of authoritarian politics.
- The runoff capped a tense race in which polls had suggested a narrow advantage for Bolsonaro's camp.
