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Lula da Silva

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, commonly known as Lula, is a Brazilian politician and former union leader who served as the President of Brazil from 2003 to 2010. He is a founding member of the Workers' Party and is known for implementing social programs that helped reduce poverty and improve living standards for many Brazilians. Lula's presidency was marked by significant economic growth, but he also faced corruption allegations. After serving time in prison for corruption charges, his convictions were annulled, allowing him to return to politics. In 2022, he won the presidential election again, focusing on social and environmental issues.