Why Markets Should Be Skeptical of Jair Bolsonaro
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The leader in polls for Brazil’s October election does not have a pro-business past.
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Brazil Spends Billions on Public Security. Why Is Violence Getting Worse?
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A new study shows that violence costs Brazil more than 4 percent of GDP. Here’s how security policy could be more cost-effective.
Pessimism About Brazil Is Overblown
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Brazil faces profound challenges, but a recent column by AQ’s editor-in-chief overlooks the many reasons to be optimistic about the country’s future.
Brazil, Scared and Leaderless, Looks to the Military
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The once unthinkable is now becoming normal, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
How Brazil Could Become a Regional Leader on Data Protection
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A bill passed yesterday by Brazil’s Lower House marks a major step forward in the push for privacy.
Five Takeaways from Paraguay’s Presidential Election
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The ruling party held the presidency, but a close race and poor turnout suggest challenges ahead.
As Tensions Mount, Brazil Hedges Its Bets on Russia and the West
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While the U.S. and others expel diplomats, Brazil’s decision not to criticize Russia reveals its uncertain position in the changing global order.
Death, Tragedy and Hope in Rio de Janeiro
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The response to a politician’s murder may be a turning point in finding a way out of Rio’s crisis.
Michelle Bachelet’s Underappreciated Legacy in Chile
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Chile’s President Bachelet leaves office after a second term widely seen as disappointing. But her influence was more transformative than many recognize.
From Rio to Bangui: Brazil’s Armed Forces Face Toughest Challenge Yet
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While all eyes are on the military intervention in Rio, Brazil’s generals are preparing for one of the world’s most complex peacekeeping missions.
The Real Cost of Brazil President Michel Temer’s Pension Reform Failure
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Dogged by scandal, Temer spent his political capital on survival, leaving little for urgently needed reform.
System Failure: Behind the Rise of Jair Bolsonaro
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How a retired Army captain rose from a marginal apologist for torture and dictatorship to a serious contender for Brazil’s presidency.
Sérgio Moro: Political Patronage Made Petrobras Scandal Possible
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The federal judge overseeing the Car Wash investigations tells AQ what Brazil needs to further combat corruption.
Josimar Melo’s São Paulo Perfection
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Food critic Josimar Melo shares his ideal day of eating in Brazil’s largest city.
