A wave of left victories has brought progressive leaders to power across Latin America, but they still face deep challenges and undemocratic threats from the far-right.
Tag: Lula
Crowds rally outside embassies to reject Brazil far-right coup attempt
Crowds rallied around the Brazilian embassy in London to show their solidarity with the Lula government and condemn the coup attempts of Bolsonaro supporters
Latin American leaders and international progressives show solidarity with President Lula after far-right attack on democratic institutions in Brazil
"Our solidarity with the Brazilian people and with President Lula” - Latin American leaders and progressives internationally show solidarity with Lula after the far-right attack on Brazil's democratic institutions.
ITUC condemns extreme right attack in Brazil
The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) condemns the attacks by neo-fascist mobs on Brazil's Congress, Presidential offices and Supreme Court.
Lula’s return a turning point for environmental protection in Brazil #COP27
Brazil's President-elect Lula recently received a "rockstar's welcome" at #COP27. Dr Marcelo Lima shows why his presidency presents a turning point for Brazil's fight against the climate crisis.
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.
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
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.