The two political titans will face off again later this month in a race widely seen as a major test for one of the world’s largest democracies.
Author: JACK NICAS
Brazil Faces Big Vote in Presidential Election: Bolsonaro vs. Lula.
Brazilians voting for president on Sunday will choose between two political titans in a contest seen as a major test for one of the world’s largest democracies.
On Brazil’s Bicentennial, Bolsonaro Softens Campaign Rhetoric
President Jair Bolsonaro called his supporters and the military to the streets to celebrate Brazil’s 200th anniversary. Then he softened his campaign tone.
Chile Voters Reject New, Left-Leaning Constitution
The rejected constitution would have legalized abortion, adopted universal health care and enshrined more than 100 constitutional rights, a global record.
Chile Votes on Constitution That Would Enshrine Record Number of Rights
In a single ballot on Sunday, Chileans will decide on abortion, universal health care, rights for nature and a record expansion of constitutional rights.
Bolsonaro Grabs for Man’s Phone and Gets a New (Insulting) Nickname
Six weeks ahead of national elections, the Brazilian president was confronted by a protester who tried to ask questions on video. He grabbed the man’s shirt, then tried to snatch his phone.
How Bolsonaro Is Using the Military to Challenge Brazil’s Election
Despite little evidence of past fraud, President Jair Bolsonaro has long raised doubts about Brazil’s electoral process. Now the military is expressing similar concerns.
Ukraine War Threatens to Cause a Global Food Crisis
A critical share of the world’s food and fertilizer is stuck in Russia and Ukraine, sending global prices soaring and foreshadowing a rise in world hunger.
Brazil Bans Telegram Over Disinformation Concerns
The Brazilian Supreme Court has vowed to fight disinformation ahead of this year’s presidential elections. Banning the popular messaging app is its most drastic step yet.