What Jair Bolsonaro’s Reading List Says About How He’ll Govern
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The Brazilian president has displayed numerous books at events and on social media. Some appeal to his base, while others seem aspirational.
Democracy & Elections
Ten Key Figures for Brazil’s New Government
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A close look at the president’s inner circle—and the world views vying for his attention.
Smolansky: “We Just Need the Armed Forces to Take the Step”
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In an AQ exclusive, the exiled opposition leader speaks about Venezuela’s “unified front” against Maduro.
El curioso caso de Alfredo Olmedo, “El Bolsonaro Argentino”
Read in English Por años, el congresista Alfredo Olmedo ha usado su característica chaqueta de color amarillo brillante y sus opiniones controversiales para sobresalir entre sus colegas políticos. Ahora, como candidato a la presidencia de las elecciones de Argentina en octubre, su estilo contra el establecimiento ha provocado comparaciones con otro Latinoamericano incendiario: el presidente … Read more
Bolsonaro’s 5 Key Foreign Policy Challenges in 2019
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The new president’s foreign policy revolution creates unprecedented risks for Brazil – and depends on untested international partnerships.
Why AMLO’s Attempt to Centralize Power Comes at a Cost
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The Mexican president’s revolution speeds on, with little regard for the consequences.
The Curious Case of Alfredo Olmedo, the “Argentine Bolsonaro”
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Another controversial maverick hits the campaign trail in Latin America.
Mr. President, Please Find Your Voice
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Colombian President Iván Duque skipped the honeymoon and went straight to the fight.
Meet the New Face of Venezuela’s Opposition
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Juan Guaidó’s youth means he has less baggage than many of his colleagues. Will that help him take on Maduro?
What a Year of Referendums Says About Latin American Politics
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From Peru to Mexico, leaders tasked citizens with making big decisions.
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
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Olavo de Carvalho might be the most important voice in Brazil’s incoming government. And he doesn’t even live there.
50 Years Ago, Brazil Virtually Legalized Torture and Censorship
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On Dec. 13, 1968, Brazil’s last military dictatorship sharply curtailed dissent. A special edition of “The Long View,” AQ’s recurring feature on Latin American history.
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