AQ Podcast: Jair Bolsonaro Under Pressure
The walls appear to be closing in on Brazil’s president, but a recovering economy could be his saving grace.
Bolsonaro’s Turmoil Could Be the Amazon’s Gain
Facing a new corruption scandal, the embattled president may be willing to restart dialogue on deforestation.
The Self-Defeating Politics Behind Bolsonaro’s Pro-Gun Agenda
Brazil’s president tries to please his base ahead of the 2022 election – to their likely detriment.
Brazil’s Opposition Is Still Divided. Here’s Why.
COVID-19 is putting pressure on Jair Bolsonaro. But calls for a united opposition ignore political realities.
Can Brazil’s Armed Forces Protect the Amazon?
A decree has given Brazil’s military temporary authority over the fight against deforestation – while government actions continue to fuel it.
Revisiting Brazil’s Public Health Rebellion (A Century Before Bolsonaro)
What do 1904’s smallpox vaccination riots in Rio de Janeiro tell us about today’s Brazil?
Brazil’s Energy Sector Needs Reform. Is Bolsonaro Up to the Task?
Brazil’s president will need to work with Congress for the country to make good on its energy potential.
Should Brazil Just Abolish the Vice Presidency?
Tensions between Jair Bolsonaro and Hamilton Mourão reveal a deeper battle for the new government’s soul.
What Jair Bolsonaro’s Reading List Says About How He’ll Govern
The Brazilian president has displayed numerous books at events and on social media. Some appeal to his base, while others seem aspirational.
Ten Key Figures for Brazil’s New Government
A close look at the president’s inner circle—and the world views vying for his attention.
Everything You Need to Know About Brazil’s New Government
Jair Bolsonaro became Brazil’s president on Jan. 1, 2019. Here, Americas Quarterly analyzes several aspects of his government – 10 key figures (including former Judge Sérgio Moro and Bolsonaro’s three sons), the main opposition leaders, and his top policy priorities (reducing crime, overhauling education, and more). 10 Key Figures | The Opposition | Policy Priorities … Read more
Jair Bolsonaro’s Guru
Olavo de Carvalho might be the most important voice in Brazil’s incoming government. And he doesn’t even live there.
