"Take inspiration from Lula’s victory over far-right hate, from the mass movements who mobilised against Bolsonaro, and from Lula himself – fighting from a prison cell to the presidential office."
Tag: Brazil
Lula leads the first round of the Brazilian Presidential election – but fears grow of Bolsonaro power-grab
"After the first round of the Brazilian election, Lula da Silva leads with 48.5% of the vote equating to over 57 million votes. This is the second best PT first round performance in history and gives Lula a strong lead going into the second round on October 30th."
Strong support for Brazil’s Lula shown at Labour Party Conference
During Labour Party conference, over a hundred activists joined speakers from across Latin America to express solidarity with the region's left movements.
Labour and Latin American Sovereignty – Dr Francisco Dominguez
The left has elected presidents in Mexico, Argentina, Bolivia, Honduras, Peru, Chile, and now in Colombia, but... is still subjected to hostile acts of aggression by the US and its Atlantic accomplices, including the UK.
Solidarity with Lula in Brazil and those challenging Bolsonaro’s attacks on democracy – Jess Barnard
"We’ve witnessed a disturbing rise in political violence against Lula’s supporters... we must do all we can to ensure that the results of the election are respected" - Jess Barnard
“Political violence and coups have no place in this election” – MPs speak up for Brazilian democracy
On 6th September, MP raised in Parliament Bolsonaro's threats against democracy; asking whether the UK government will put pressure on Bolsonaro to ensure elections are free and fair.
¡Viva la solidaridad! Latin America’s Left Leads the Way
A special international line-up was joined by hundreds of solidarity activists for "¡Viva la solidaridad! Latin America's Left Leads the Way" - a celebration of progressive victories across the region.
¡Viva la solidaridad! Latin America’s left leads the way
Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico & Bolivia have shown a resurgence in progressive politics, with Brazil set to do the same. Read the call for solidarity with these leading movements for change.
Lula and the Return of Hope to Brazil – Richard Burgon MP
Brazil’s upcoming election is not just crucial for Latin America’s largest country, but one with significant ramifications around the globe - join Richard Burgon MP in showing solidarity with Lula.
Labour Movement shows solidarity with Brazil’s Lula at international campaign launch
Representatives from across the Labour movement including Jeremy Corbyn showed solidarity with Brazilian candidate Lula da Silva in a celebratory campaign launch in London.