‘No one disrespects Our Lady’: fears for Brazil’s patron saint grip country ahead of election

Fears are rising in Brazil that the country's patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, may be stripped of her position by far-right presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. This speculation has become a major concern ahead of the country's presidential election on Sunday. The potential move could become a deciding factor in the run-up to the vote, as both candidates, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, are currently neck and neck in the polls. The fate of Our Lady of Aparecida could have significant implications for Brazil's politics and identity.

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Speculation about Flávio Bolsonaro's plans is causing concern. This could impact the election outcome.

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