teleSUR brings you the latest updates from Sunday Brazil's elections which many see as a choice between democracy and fascism.
Brazil is holding its run-off for presidential elections on Sunday, the most polarized of their kind in decades as voters choose between far-right Jair Bolsonaro and leftist Fernando Haddad, who has been dramatically reducing his opponent's lead over the past few days.
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Bolsonaro's lead seemed decisive after the first round of elections, but members of Workers' Party and sympathizers have been taking the streets and placing discussion tables where they try to convince those undecisive voters to support Haddad. The last poll by Datafolha gave the far-right candidate 56 percent and Haddad 44 of the valid votes.
There are more than 147 million eligible voters in Brazil who will decide over the fate of their country in one of the most important elections for Latin America. Besides the president, voters will also elect governors in 13 states and the Federal District, as well as 19 mayors.
Polls will start closing at 5 p.m. local times. Live results will start showing up when the last voting station closes at 7 p.m. Brasilia time.
All updates are in local times.
Update 07:05 p.m.
#BrazilElections | Official results with 88,44 of the votes counted.#Bolsonaro: 55,70%#Haddad: 44,30%
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 28, 2018
via @TSEjusbr pic.twitter.com/hcSckn2GzT
Update 06:36 p.m.
A partir das 19h você pode acompanhar a apuração dos resultados do segundo turno das #Eleições2018. ��
— TSE (@TSEjusbr) October 28, 2018
E você pode fazer isso pelo site https://t.co/T4ZL3P05Nc ou pelo aplicativo Resultados, disponível na Apple Store e Google Play.
Acompanhe #ResultadoTSE! pic.twitter.com/rBcQT5MFt1
"From 07:00 p.m. you can follow the calculation of the results of the second round #Eleições2018."
Update 6:05 p.m.
In the Federal District (Brasilia) Ibaneis Rocha (MDB) has been elected as Governor with the 69,78 percent of the votes.
In the State of Rio de Janeiro, with 44.90 percent of the votes counted, Wilson Witzel (PSC) has 60.11 percent of the votes and Eduardo Paes (DEM) has 39.89 percent of the votes.
In the State of Sao Paulo, with 29 percent of the votes counted, Marcio Franca (PSB) has 57 percent of the votes and Joao Doria (PSDB) has 42 percent of the votes.
In the State of Rio Grande do Norte, with 47.98 percent of the votes counted, Fátima Bezerra (PT) has 56.74 percent of the votes and Carlos Eduardo (PDT) has 43.26 percent of the votes.
In the State of Rio Grande do Sul, with 69.41 percent of the votes counted, Eduardo Leite (PSDB) has 52.35 percent of the votes and José Ivo Sartori (MDB) has 47.65 percent of the votes.
In the State of Minas Gerais, with 40.50 percent of the votes counted, Romeu Zema (NOVO) has 69.66 percent of the votes and Antonio Anastasia (PSDB) has 30.34 percent of the votes.
Update 5:57 p.m.
Quem já viveu o nazismo não comete o erro de votar em @jairbolsonaro #ViraVirouHaddad pic.twitter.com/uCYHUeSC97
— sǝɹʌıן sɐʇsıןɐuɹoɾ (@J_LIVRES) October 28, 2018
"Those who have lived Nazism do not make the mistake of voting in @jairbolsonaro #ViraVirouHaddad."
Update 5:50 p.m.
The latest bulletin released by the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) on Sunday (28), at 15:49, reports that 3,841 ballot machines have been replaced throughout the country. The replacement percentage is equivalent to 0.74% of the total of 454,493 ballot machines. In three municipalities the vote had to be manual. Those are Cordislândia (MG), Apuí (AM) and Saubara (BA).
Update 5:40 p.m.
Laura Chinchilla head of the electoral mission from the Organization of American States (OAS) said on Sunday afternoon that the group was "positively impressed" with the organization of the Brazilian election process.
Update 5:25 p.m.
#BrazilElection | Bolsonaro voters set fire to a MST camp in Mato Grosso do Sul.
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 28, 2018
via @gleisi https://t.co/mPNEYFnx0L
Update 05:00 p.m.
Polls start to close in Brazil.
Update 04:45 p.m.
Brazilians are going to polling stations dressing in their graduation clothes to cast their vote for Haddad the professor and to state that the PT gave them the possibility to study, with the social programs implemented during the 13 years of PT governments that increased the number of students going to universities.
Update 04:40 p.m.
Update 03:09 p.m.
Brazilian community in the US protest against Bolsonaro as they cast their votes #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/vSYKt39NLU pic.twitter.com/xxIClwWNp1
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 02:45 p.m.
Voting stations for Brazil’s presidential elections have closed in 33 countries according to the TSE.
Update 02:40 p.m.
If Bolsonaro wins todays elections, leftists will face an authoritarian state #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 https://t.co/bUb5TqCex6
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 02:36 p.m.
A supporter of Fernando Haddad performs in a concert during a runoff election, in Rio de Janeiro.
Update 02:00 p.m.
#BrasilDecide | De forma tranquila continua la votación en Rio de Janeiro. Aquí, así como otros 12 estados y en el Distrito Federal, los electores votarán por su candidato a presidente y a gobernador. #Eleições2018 pic.twitter.com/uz3I5QlfqC
— André Vieira (@AndreteleSUR) 28 de octubre de 2018
"#BrazilDecides | Voting in Rio de Janeiro continues quietly. Here, as in other 12 states and in the Federal District, voters will elect their candidate for president and governor. #Eleições2018"
Update 01:55 p.m.
People on social media are using Haddad's quote "more books, fewer weapons" (#maislivrosmenosarmas) to support the university professor against Bolsonaro, a former army captain known for his violent attitudes.
Para quem tem pressa de luta.#MaisLivrosMenosArmas pic.twitter.com/JGAqmzF8Eh
— o b do lgbt é de bicudão em fascista (@tropicalistas) 28 de octubre de 2018
"For those who have the urge to fight."
Sei que estou do lado certo. Tudo pela democracia! #Maislivrosmenosarmas #13Haddad pic.twitter.com/g7uwV2yNcN
— Ricardo Dias (@_RicDSantos) 27 de octubre de 2018
"I know I'm on the right side. Everything for democracy! #Maislivrosmenosarmas #13Haddad"
Update 01:52 p.m.
Far-right Bolsonaro made a bizarre attack on the UN and pledged to leave if he wins today #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018https://t.co/sLOXjPkCke
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 01:48 p.m.
The Brasil de Fato's correspondent Mariana Pitasse reported on the attack of Bolsonaro's supporters against Haddad's supporters. "It was the first case registered here today. He hit and then ran away."
Update 01:45 p.m.
Bolsonaro cast his ballot and greeted his supporters, 'Bolsonaristas' are celebrating as they expect victory later today #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/VhNhvl5u90 pic.twitter.com/R8zQglcJsG
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 01:41 p.m.
President of the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) Rosa Weber, casts her vote in Brasilia.
Update 01:23 p.m.
The TSE informed that about 1,956 voting machines had to be replaced across the country so far and that 35 people were arrested on electoral crimes charges.
Update 01:15 p.m.
After voting, Bolsonaro's vice-president candidate Hamilton Mourao said the first actions of their possible government would be to adjust the economy, support Temer's pension reform and review benefits for members of the military.
Update 01:10 p.m.
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— Mídia NINJA (@MidiaNINJA) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 12:52 p.m.
#Brazil | Right-wing presidential candidate #JairBolsonaro is spreading hate speech against the left. pic.twitter.com/SpkaWrj3BI
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 12:47 p.m.
Brazilians arrive to vote in a runoff election in Catalao, a community of houseboats, in Amazonas State.
Update 12:28 p.m.
The presidential candidate for the Democratic Labor Party (PDT) in the first round Ciro Gomes uploaded a picture of himself after voting with the hashtag "Democracy Yes", suggesting a possible vote in favor of leftist Fernando Haddad.
#DEMOCRACIASIM pic.twitter.com/bTp1jZdVjp
— Ciro Gomes (@cirogomes) 28 de octubre de 2018
12:06 p.m.
Haddad addresses the nation after voting in Sao Paolo today. "What is at stake today is democracy in Brazil" #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/VhNhvl5u90 pic.twitter.com/br3ygkCHNb
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
11:40 a.m.
The head of the OAS Electoral Observation Mission and Former President of Costa Rica, Laura Chinchilla, visits a polling station in Brasilia, Brazil October 28, 2018.
Chinchilla said the election is running in a peaceful and organized manner but showed her concerns regarding ‘unprecedented’ number of fake news going around.
Update 11:29 a.m.
#BrasilDecide l Diferente de la primera vuelta donde se votó también por los parlamentarios, este domingo el voto es para presidente. En 13 estados y en el distrito federal también votarán por gobernador en segunda vuelta. El voto dura menos de un minuto. #Eleicoes2018 pic.twitter.com/XdXLC7Fn1N
— André Vieira (@AndreteleSUR) 28 de octubre de 2018
"#BrazilDecides | Contrary to the first round in which voters also elected lawmakers, this Sunday voting is for the president. In 13 states and in the Federal District it's also the second round to elect governors. Voting lasts less than a minute. #Elections2018."
Update 11:24 a.m.
Update 11:20 a.m.
Brazil's feminist movement has seen a resurgence in response to far-right Bolsonaro #BrasilDecide https://t.co/c2VV63fG9U
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 11:11 a.m.
Bolsonaro's vice-president candidate Hamilton Mourao voted in Brasilia.
Update 11:05 a.m.
Brazil's Supreme Electoral Court (TSE) announces that polling stations for Brazilians living abroad had closed in 18 countries by 10 a.m. (Brasilia time). There are 500,727 Brazilians registered to vote in 99 countries for the presidential race.
Update 10:47 a.m.
Workers' Party candidate Fernando Haddad cast his vote in Sao Paulo.
.@Haddad_Fernando , candidato à presidência da república votou na manhã desse domingo, em São Paulo.
— Mídia NINJA (@MidiaNINJA) 28 de octubre de 2018
Foto: Mídia NINJA pic.twitter.com/tColX5r9hy
"@Haddad_Fernando, candidate to president of the republic, voted this Sunday morning in Sao Paulo. Foto: Midia NINJA"
#Brasildecide. Escuche y vea lo que dijo el candidato del PT, Fernando Haddad, luego de ejercer su voto en São Paulo.
— Adriana Sivori (@SivoriteleSUR) 28 de octubre de 2018
Aseguró que la democracia está en riesgo, así como las libertades individuales, recalcó que el pais está en una encrucijada al mismo se dice esperanzado. Mire �� pic.twitter.com/eXlajUpjOY
"BrazilDecides. Listen and see what the PT candidate Fernando Haddad said after voting in Sao Paulo. He assured democracy is in danger, such as individual freedoms, and highlighted the country is at stake while at the same time he feels hopeful."
Update 10:40 a.m.
#Analysis | What are the competing economic models on offer in todays elections? What social forces do they represent? #BrasilDecide https://t.co/spzvGQI4H1 pic.twitter.com/5FthfoifnK
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 10:28 a.m.
Election report from teleSUR correspondent Brian Mier, discussing possible outcomes from todays vote and more. #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/doKJaHukc9 pic.twitter.com/alv8me6GQP
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 10:19 a.m.
Fernando Haddad's VP candidate and Communist Party member Manuela Davila has just voted #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/xDUz5AaqgQ pic.twitter.com/iX5EIxD97A
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 10:11 a.m.
Supporters of leftist candidate Fernando Haddad wait for him at the polling station where he is expected to cast his vote.
Supporters of the Workers Party candidate Fernando Haddad gather to greet him as he arrives to vote #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/doKJaHukc9 pic.twitter.com/Qsstj5UckT
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 10:05 a.m.
Far-right Bolsonaro supporters greet him as he votes in Rio de Janeiro.
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
His supporters have been responsible for a wave of political violence against leftists, women and ethnic minorities #BrasilDecide #Eleições2018 Live Updates: https://t.co/abyeiaiTyp pic.twitter.com/zFAqhIGdGS
Update 9:53 a.m.
Bolivian President Evo Morales tweeted a message of support for the Brazilian people and their democratic exercise.
Saludamos al hermano pueblo de #Brasil, que hoy acude a las urnas en la segunda vuelta para elegir Presidente. Hacemos votos para que este día sea una fiesta democrática y de triunfo para el pueblo brasileño, por el bienestar de su gente. pic.twitter.com/5LpgOpBelT
— Evo Morales Ayma (@evoespueblo) 28 de octubre de 2018
"We salute the brothers and sisters from #Brazil who are today going to the polls on the second round of presidential elections. We hope this day to be a democratic celebration and the triumph of the Brazilian people, for the well being of its people."
Update 9:52 a.m.
Brazilians cast their votes in a runoff election, in Curitiba.
Update 9:30 a.m.
Jair Bolsonaro is ahead in the polls as voting gets underway in Brazil, this is why he's a threat to democracy #Brasildecide https://t.co/MInFTUZ0gO
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 9:21 a.m.
Bolsonaro cast his vote along with his wife at a polling station in Rio.
#BrasilDecide l Acompañado de su esposa, el candidato Jair Bolsonaro votó en la mañana de este domingo en un barrio militar de Rio de Janeiro. Salió sin declarar a la prensa, que lo esperaba afuera del lugar de su votación. #Eleicoes2018 pic.twitter.com/uvvVhchcH7
— André Vieira (@AndreteleSUR) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 9:00 a.m.
Incumbent Michel Temer voted in Sao Paulo and declared his government is ready for the transition. With only 4 percent of approval rating, he will leave the presidency as Brazil's most unpopular leader in its recent history.
Update 8:50 a.m.
Former President Dilma Rousseff cast her vote in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais.
Update 8:30 a.m.
The far-right candidate Bolsonaro is expected to vote soon in Rio de Janeiro.
#BrasilDecide | Prensa en Rio de Janeira aguarda al candidato Bolsonaro. Él votará ahora en la mañana. #Eleições2018 pic.twitter.com/wiRCX2jb8d
— André Vieira (@AndreteleSUR) 28 de octubre de 2018
#BrasilDecide | The press in Rio de Janeiro is waiting for candidate Bolsonaro. He will vote this morning. #Eleições2018
Update 8:25 a.m.
Surveys have shown that the gap between Bolsonaro and Haddad has been narrowing during the last week, as politicians, artists, intellectuals and activists have endorsed the leftist candidate. #BrasilViraHaddad
#BrazilElections | Just a few hours before polls open for the run-off in #Brazil’s presidential elections, the gap between the far-right candidate #JairBolsonaro’s and leftist #FernandoHaddad has sharply narrowedhttps://t.co/FyQ6DDbs5E
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018
Update 8:00 a.m.
Polls open in Brasilia at 8 a.m. local time
Voting now underway in Brazil's crucial elections. Polls have far-right Bolsonaro ahead, though the Workers Party candidate Haddad closing the gap #Brasildecide https://t.co/aQECh14rps
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) 28 de octubre de 2018