The artist is the first woman announced as part of the Brazilian ministerial team. In the campaign, the president-elect Lula promised the creation of regional cultural committees to promote local artists and initiatives.
In his speech, the former governor of São Paulo strongly criticized Brazil´s current government and stated that Lula's future administration will be different.
The Workers’ Party (PT) and party confederation Brazil of Hope—comprising the PT, the PCdoB, and the PV—today (Jul 21) officially announced former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as their candidate for the presidential elections in October.
Leaders of the parties supporting Lula´s candidacy were present, such as PCdoB, Solidariedade, PSOL, PV, and Rede, as well as trade unions, social movements, and influencers.
In 2006, Lula and Alckmin vied in the second round of the presidential elections, when Lula was elected for a second term. They will announce their future ticket in May.
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