Presidential Candidates Carry Out Final Campaign Activities Before First Round

On the last day of campaigning before the first round of elections, scheduled for this Sunday (4), presidential candidates intensified their public agendas. The final mobilization activities included walks, motorcades and meetings with supporters in various locations, aimed at engaging voters before the polls open.

Final‑stage actions by the candidates

Among the activities recorded at the close of the propaganda period, candidate Samara Martins (UP) fulfilled street commitments. She led a walk through the Alecrim neighborhood in the city of Natal. After concluding the event with local voters, the candidate provided a detailed assessment of the campaign period and reiterated her positions and proposals for the country.

How the electoral calendar and campaign rules work

The termination of street activities strictly follows the rules set by Brazil’s electoral calendar. This schedule defines the final deadlines for parties, coalitions and candidates to carry out active street propaganda, ensuring balance and fairness in the contest. Current electoral legislation designates specific moments for ending motorcades, walks, flyer distribution and the use of sound trucks, allowing a smooth and peaceful transition to election day.

The importance of the first round in majoritarian elections

The first round marks the initial popular choice for majoritarian offices such as the presidency. Under the country’s electoral system, eligible citizens go to polling stations to cast their votes on electronic machines. If none of the contenders obtains an absolute majority of valid votes — that is, the total votes counted after excluding blank and null votes — the two candidates with the highest vote totals advance to a second‑round runoff. This two‑round model ensures that the elected leader has the support of a majority of participating voters.

The role of walks and motorcades in the democratic process

Walks and motorcades are traditional tools for popular mobilization and direct contact between candidates and the electorate. These public acts allow campaigns to present their proposals directly in urban centers, fostering citizen participation and public debate. The conclusion of these activities signals the end of a key phase of the democratic process, during which society evaluates the various proposals presented throughout the campaign before exercising the right to vote.

With information from Agência Brasil.