Lula’s Fourth Term Bid Raises Alarms About Brazil’s Political Stability and U.S. Trade Interests

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has declared his intention to run for an unprecedented fourth nonconsecutive term in office. At 80 years old, Lula insists he retains the vigor of his youth, but this announcement raises serious questions about Brazil’s democratic vitality and regional stability—concerns that should resonate deeply with American policymakers.Is Brazil Sacrificing Political Renewal for Longevity?Lula’s decision to seek another term despite earlier promises of retirement signals a troubling trend: entrenched leadership refusing to yield power to new voices. Brazil’s constitution limits presidents to two consecutive terms, yet loopholes allow repeated returns that undermine democratic renewal....