Explaining Brazil

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Brazil's economy is growing. So why isn't Lula polling better?

Brazil's economy is growing. So why isn't Lula polling better?1 oct40 min

Brazilians vote on Sunday, October 4, and President Lula is asking for a fourth term on the strength of his economic record. Growth averaged 3% a year, unemployment is at a record low, and real wages are rising. His approval still sits barely above 40%...