# Brazil's Lula and Bolsonaro Tied in Runoff Vote

> Brazil's presidential runoff election between Lula and Bolsonaro now tied at 50% each as both candidates mobilize supporters ahead of October 25 vote.
- Title: Brazil's Lula and Bolsonaro Tied in Runoff Vote · Dw
- Summary: Brazil's presidential runoff election between Lula and Bolsonaro now tied at 50% each as both candidates mobilize supporters ahead of October 25 vote…
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- Source: Dw — https://dw.com/en/brazil-s-lula-flavio-bolsonaro-tied-ahead-of-runoff-vote/a-79715182?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
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## Runoff election approaching
Brazil's runoff election is set for October 25 with neither Lula nor Bolsonaro leading polls.
## PoderData projects 50-50 split
PoderData polling institute projects 50% voter backing for both Lula and Bolsonaro candidates.
## 2022 election comparison
Lula narrowly beat Jair Bolsonaro in 2022 with 50.9% of the vote, after Bolsonaro's father was jailed for coup attempt.
## Bolsonaro's first round victory
Flavio Bolsonaro won first round with 47% of the vote, securing his party's congressional seats.
## Lula's recent campaign surge
Lula gained momentum through nationwide rallies and social media presence after Bolsonaro scaled back street campaigning.
## Polarized Brazilian politics
Brazilian politics has become deeply polarized with centrist parties disappearing due to social media-driven conflict.
## Bolsonaro's moderate image
Flavio Bolsonaro presents himself as more moderate than his father, focusing on workers' issues and social media.
## Banco Master corruption scandal
Banco Master corruption scandal involves alleged bribes to politicians, judges, and €10 million film donation from Bolsonaro.
## Upcoming debate impact
Both candidates will face off in a second televised debate on October 25 to influence the runoff vote.
## Key takeaway

Brazil's runoff election between Lula and Bolsonaro is tied at 50% with both candidates mobilizing supporters for October 25 vote.