Brazil PL candidate Flávio Bolsonaro vows to end presidential re-election via PEC
Flávio Bolsonaro, PL presidential candidate, announced he would use the political capital of a newly elected president to pass a constitutional amendment (PEC) ending re-election, committing not to seek a new term if elected. The proposal lacks detail and faces uncertain legislative support, but signals a potential shift in Brazil's political framework.
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Brazil: Bolsonaro Ally Flávio Proposes Sweeping Constitutional Reforms
Flávio Bolsonaro, the Partido Liberal (PL) presidential candidate, has made constitutional reform a central campaign issue, pledging to 'redemocratize' Brazil if elected. His proposals include ending presidential re-election, judicial reform targeting the Supreme Court, reducing the criminal majority age, and tax reform. The feasibility and specific details of these reforms remain largely undefined, generating significant political opposition and uncertainty regarding their potential impact on democratic norms and institutional stability.