"A message to these bandits: they've just elected the new president, and that will be right from the first round," said Bolsonaro's son and fellow politician Flavio. - 'Direct impact' -Lula, 72, is serving a 12-year sentence after he was convicted of accepting a seaside apartment as a bribe. "The attack against Bolsonaro, already boosted by Lula's disqualification, will have a direct impact on voter intention," said political analyst Jimena Blanco. On his Facebook page, the alleged assailant recently posted messages criticizing Bolsonaro and supporting the socialist government of President Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela. "It is intolerable to see that in a democratic state it is not possible to have a normal campaign," said Temer.

Source: Bangkok Post September 07, 2018 19:52 UTC