The October 28 elections in Brazil. had Jair Bolsonaro, a right-wing populist against Fernando Haddad who represented the left-wing Workers’ Party.
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VIDEO: The Global Labor Movement and Brazilian Democracy
October 29th, Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs organized an interesting lecture on the global labor movement and Brazilian democracy.
VIDEO: The Biggest Corruption Scandal In Latin America’s History
The biggest corruption scandal in Latin America’s history has emerged from Brazil’s Petrobras and spread its tentacles across the region and beyond.
After Election, Bolsonaro Speech Must Not Become Brazilian Policy
After presidential elections in Brazil, toxic speech must not become Brazilian policy. Amnesty International reacted to as Jair Bolsonaro emerged winner.
Fascist? Populist? Debate Over Describing Brazil’s Bolsonaro
Brazil’s presidential race front-runner says he wants to liberalize a largely closed economy, so why is he being called “populist” and a “fascist”?
Brazil’s Bolsonaro Declines Debate With Rival Ahead Of Sunday Election
Brazil’s Bolsonaro declines debate with rival ahead of Sunday election and sought to counter criticism that he represents a threat to country’s democracy.
Brazil’s Right-Wing Candidate Scolds Son For Threat To Shut Top Court
Brazil’s leading presidential hopeful, Jair Bolsonaro, publicly upbraided his son on Monday for threatening to shut down the Supreme Court.
Facebook’s WhatsApp Flooded With Fake News In Brazil Election
Facebook Inc.’s popular WhatsApp messaging service has become a political battle ground in Brazil’s most polarized election in decades, raising concerns.
Facebook’s Election War Room Takes Aim At Fake Information
Facebook’s election war room setup taking an unusual approach to combating fake accounts and bogus news stories ahead of upcoming midterm elections.
Brazil Says Mexico Dragging Feet On Odebrecht Corruption Scandal
Evidence that could shed light on bribes paid by the company in Mexico has been held up in Brazil as Mexico drags feet on Odebrecht corruption scandal.