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Flávio Bolsonaro launches presidential campaign in Rio de Janeiro
Presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro began his campaign in Rio de Janeiro with a rally at Copacabana Beach, emphasizing his connection with his father and attacks on opponents.
Flávio Bolsonaro, the PL's presidential candidate for Brazil, kicked off his electoral campaign this Sunday, October 16, at Copacabana Beach, located in the southern zone of Rio de Janeiro. This was the first opportunity for candidates to solicit explicit votes, as per the rules of the Superior Electoral Court (TSE).
The event began around 11:30 AM, where Flávio took to a sound truck while wearing a bulletproof vest over his t-shirt. During the rally, he referred to his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, highlighting their familial connection as part of his campaign strategy.
In his inaugural speech, Flávio Bolsonaro made critical comments regarding former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, emphasizing that only he can establish a negotiation relationship with the United States, which he considers a strong point of his candidacy.
The campaign was marked by the presence of supporters at the location, demonstrating his efforts to mobilize the electoral base at the start of the presidential race. Flávio used the event stage to reaffirm his promises and governmental intentions.
This rally in Rio de Janeiro also launches his campaign agenda, which will travel to several cities across Brazil in the coming months, where he intends to strengthen his arguments in favor of his candidacy and familial ties.
This event marks the official start of Flávio Bolsonaro's electoral campaign, who must now work to gain support in a highly contested political landscape. Candidates have until election day to present their proposals and garner votes from the public.