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The Brazilian Report is an independent media outlet uniquely positioned to offer an insider’s view on current affairs in Brazil.

Saving Mercosur

A deal between Brazil and Argentina breathes new life into the Mercosur trade alliance. At least until the next crisis, that is. This episode used the...
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A president's worst enemy

Brazil's consumer price index is set to hit the 10-percent mark this week. And historical data shows that high inflation and a poor economic outl...
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Brazil's own Tuskegee Study

Two major Brazilian HMOs are accused of treating Covid patients as guinea pigs, administering chloroquine and other drugs without their knowledge — an...
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Bolsonomics

The government has delivered very little and has been a source of instability for the Brazilian economy. So what keeps market agents from turning on B...
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How to react to Bolsonaro?

Bolsonaro is threatening to disregard Supreme Court rulings from now on. So how should the political system react to a president who doesn't want...
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A nation holding its breath

In six days, pro-Bolsonaro supporters will stage demonstrations in multiple cities. The unfolding of Brazil's political crisis depends on how big...
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Should Brazil reengage in Haiti?

While President Jair Bolsonaro seems to have very little interest in foreign affairs, serving in peacekeeping missions is a badge of honor for the Bra...
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