Brazil, the ideology is dead

Brazilian politics has become a clash between two opposing camps: Lula, representing the left and advocating for state intervention, and Flávio Bolsonaro, a proponent of economic freedom from the right. Lula won the presidency with 51.79% of the votes, but the election raises questions about the true representation of candidates' ideologies. Flávio's campaign included a controversial proposal for state intervention in the credit market, contradicting his liberal stance. Lula's governance reflects a mix of ambition and pragmatism, negotiating with various interests. The article suggests that political coherence is often demanded from opponents while being overlooked in one's own camp. It questions whether voters apply the same standards to their leaders regardless of party affiliation, highlighting a potential decline in ideological integrity in politics.