Brazil’s Government Announces New Stimulus Plan
While some say that the measures are positive start, others claim it is a diversion from the escalating political turbulence...
December 16, 2016Topic
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Opinion: Brazil’s Electoral College?
Opinion, by Michael Royster RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) in Brazil is investigating whether the...
December 15, 2016
Amidst Violent Protests, Economists in Brazil Applaud Spending Cuts
While protesters took to the streets in 17 cities, economists called it ‘the most relevant’ economic measure adopted by the...
December 14, 2016
Opinion: Brazil’s Institutional Internecine Wars
Opinion, by Michael Royster RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The institutional foundations of Brazil are under attack from each other,...
December 9, 2016
Protest Against Austerity Measures Turns Violent in Brazil
At least ten thousand people gathered in front of Congress to pressure senators to reject a bill to limit government...
November 30, 2016
Brazil’s Temer to Block Attempts at Legislative Amnesty
President Temer said he would any attempts by Congress to give amnesty to politicians who received illegal campaign contributions.
November 28, 2016
Opinion: The Curmudgeon on Black Friday
Opinion, by Michael Royster RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Yesterday was Black Friday, in the U.S. and in Brazil. Unlike...
November 26, 2016
Brazilian Cabinet Member and Minister Resign Amidst Scandal
Government Secretary, Geddel Vieira Lima handed in his resignation on Friday after being accused of pressuring another cabinet member for...
November 25, 2016
Brazil’s Indigenous Protest in Congress, Presidential Palace
The communities denounce the government's 'neoliberal program' and want to know of possible changes in the demarcation of indigenous lands.
November 23, 2016