Bolsonaro and his allies have returned – The only question now is how much.

Brazil will elect a president on October 25, with Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the convicted former president, as a strong candidate. If Lula, who lost the first round, remains in power, it may not halt the country's rightward shift. The election raises questions about whether this is a normal democratic cycle or indicative of deeper societal changes. Flávio's unexpected victory in the first round, securing 47% of the votes, positions him as the favorite for the second round against Lula, who garnered 45%. The Bolsonaro family's political resurgence, despite Jair Bolsonaro's imprisonment, reflects a broader rightward trend in Brazil, influenced by demographic shifts and the rise of evangelical movements. Lula's long political career contrasts with Flávio's fresh approach, highlighting the evolving political landscape in Brazil.