Social programs, the promise of a political reform and a stronger battle against corruption gave Dilma Rousseff the victory in the second round of general elections, with 51.54 percent, when 98.82 percent of the ballots had been counted.»
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff, invited the people to vote in the polls, knowing that the country will continue its path as one of the most democratic nations on the planet.»
The re-election of Dilma Rousseff means avoiding the return to the past and fostering the process of social improvement, said former president of Brazil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.»
The next Brazilian president will be decided in a runoff vote on October 26, as none of the candidates reached the 50 percent plus one needed.»
Brazil holds general elections this Sunday to choose a new president, state governors, federal and state representatives and one third of the senators.»
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