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A victory would make da Silva one of the world’s longest-serving democratically elected leaders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
In recent days, Brazil's beloved patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, depicted as a Black Madonna, became the focus as rumours erupted that Flavio Bolsonaro planned to strip her of her post if elected.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
While Japan provides maternity leave for city workers, there is currently no legal framework for local elected officials.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
If elected, he would become the first Indigenous Oaxacan council member.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
I slowly turned to face Marvin Peevey, the elected and respected mayor of Sassafras Springs.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
