On Brazil's Independence Day, this Monday, various political demonstrations took place in cities across the country. Hundreds of supporters of Senator Flavio Bolsonaro gathered in São Paulo for a demonstration, at a time when the presidential elections are approaching, scheduled for the coming weeks.
In Rio de Janeiro, the traditional march called "Grito dos Excluídos" took place, which brought to the streets demonstrations against social and economic inequality. The event is held annually and aims to give voice to the most disadvantaged sectors of Brazilian society.
The demonstrations took place in a context of growing political tension, just weeks before the presidential elections. The country is witnessing a period of political polarization, with different groups expressing their positions in the streets during the Independence Day celebrations.
