Zaviye · Coverage map · 2026-10-14
Presidential candidate Lula da Silva pledged to expand the Pé-de-Meia program for university students, offering a R$700 monthly stipend.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, campaigning for the second round of presidential elections, pledged to expand the "Pé-de-Meia" program for university students. He also announced plans to forgive debts for micro-entrepreneurs and offered a potential financial incentive for 2027.
These proposals aim to appeal to younger voters and small business owners in the final stretch of the campaign. The "Pé-de-Meia" program, if enacted, would provide a monthly stipend to students, addressing concerns about access to higher education and financial support.
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Portuguese: UOL Notícias, G1 Globo, and O Globo report that Lula, with 12 days remaining before the second round of elections, has promised to expand the 'Pé-de-Meia' program for university students and announced measures for MEIs.
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