How Brazil’s riots compare to the Jan. 6 attack.
Tag: Democracy (Theory and Philosophy)
Brazil’s Protests Resemble the US Capitol Attack on Jan. 6
Jair Bolsonaro, the right-wing former president of Brazil, had for months sought to undermine the results of an election that he lost, in much the same manner that Donald J. Trump did after his defeat in the 2020 presidential election.
In a Hospital Ward, the Wounds of Tunisia’s Failed Democracy Don’t Heal
Tunisia’s road to democracy began with a self-immolation, and such cases have filled hospital burn wards ever since, as elected leaders failed to deliver on a promise of prosperity.
Lula Becomes Brazil’s President, With Bolsonaro in Florida
Brazil inaugurates its new president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on Sunday. Facing investigations, former President Jair Bolsonaro has taken refuge in Orlando.
His Job Description? Protecting German Democracy. Literally.
Thomas Haldenwang runs Germany’s Office for the Protection of the Constitution. His mission is to fight the enemies of German democracy — from far-right coup plotters to Russian hackers.
Israel’s New Government Pushes A Rush of Far-Right Initiatives
Benjamin Netanyahu needed the support of far-right factions to return to the prime minister’s office. Now they want to curb the powers of the judiciary, giving rise to fears about an erosion of democracy.
As Tunisia Drifts Farther From Democracy, Voters Shun Election
Turnout in Saturday’s parliamentary elections was just over 11 percent, reflecting deep skepticism that politics can solve the North African nation’s grave governmental and economic crises.
Tunisia Heads for First Elections Since Presidential Power Grab
Voters will choose a new Parliament, but under revised rules that vastly dilute the influence of political parties that many blame for sabotaging the North African nation’s 10-year experiment with democracy.
What Is Going on in Peru and Why Are People Protesting?
An impeachment vote, an arrest, a new president, a national state of emergency. An initially peaceful transfer of power turned violent in this fragile South American democracy.
Who Is Dina Boluarte, Peru’s New and First Woman President?
Ms. Boluarte, the country’s first woman president, ascended to power suddenly, after her predecessor was arrested. She takes office as corruption and discontent test democracies across Latin America.