[1] Bisol was originally set to serve as Lula's running mate in the 1994 presidential election, but was replaced by Aloizio Mercadante.

[2][3] Bisol was famous for being an opponent of corruption, and was said to have had a "Mr. Clean" image that was damaged by accusations surrounding his career as a judge during the 1994 campaign.

Born in Porto Alegre, Bisol served in a variety of positions representing his home state of Rio Grande do Sul,[6] including as a member of the Senate[7][8] and the Chamber of Deputies.

[9] Additionally, Bisol served as state Secretary of Justice and Security of Rio Grande do Sul.

[12] Bisol was a graduate of the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, where he studied law.