Posts About Brazil
Potentially Devastating
London, England - I disagree with Moises Naim's claim that the collapse of Doha is not devastating. True, it isn't devastating on its own, but what this collapse could lead to could well be dangerous -- especially, as he eloquently says, for the world's poor....
More Like Petrocrats than Social-Democrats
Today, many regimes in Latin America regard themselves as leftist and came to power through the ballot box, but their commitment to democracy is doubtful. Hugo Chávez's affectionate relationship with Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has less to do with Bush-bashing than with the price of oil, and their peers seem more concerned about guaranteeing reelection than promoting social progress.
The Men Who Stand With Chavez
Lima, Peru - This election year in Latin America has looked, save a couple of exceptions, like a serial referendum on Venezuela's president, Hugo Chavez.
Brazil's Hard-Fought Economic Dreams
Brazil has a better chance than most of escaping the global grip of a U.S. recession – but we’re still worried.
Love Still Infinite – While It Lasts
Thanks to technology, love has never been so convenient – or so fleeting.
China’s Rise to Disaster
Forget the world economy – China’s real threat is to our environment.
No Ordinary Sneeze
The U.S. used to save the rest of the world from their economic crises. How the tables have turned.
Victory for Brazilian Democracy in 2007
A monumental corruption trial in Brazil this year speaks well for the future of democracy there.
And the Winner Is...Democracy!
There’s no such thing as one Latin leftism, but at least the most authoritarian strand has taken a blow.
Dollar's Fall is Mixed Bag for Brazil
At least the dollar can fall. China’s refusal to let the yuan rise creates bigger problems for the world market.
Olympic Spirit Needed for Air
China is more concerned about its image, than its air quality. It would like to seem to be cleaner when thousands of foreigners arrive there to participate in the Olympic Games.
In Rio, Journalism Under Siege
Gaza is not the only dangerous place for a journalist. In Brazil, our most dangerous challenge is to cover the violence in Rio de Janeiro's drug lord territory. Five years ago a journalist was kidnapped and killed by drug lords. His death should have convinced his colleagues to work harder to uncover the plight of the poor, but the opposite happened.
Samba & Jazz Will Outlive Neocons
Brazilians don't dislike American culture or people; what you see is growing disagreement with Bush's government, its methods, attitudes and choices. But even the well-publicized protests against Bush's visit were marginal, seen as typical partisan action. Anti-Bushism has done no permanent damage to Brazil's feelings about America.
No More Fairy Tales for Brazil
Brazil's unique history, with its golden era begun under a fourteen-year-old monarch, has taught us that monarchies can be good leaders. More recent years under "republican" dictatorships have taught us the alternative is not always more democratic. But Brazil's past reminds us we do not believe in fairy tales; kings were real, but they belong in history.
Don't Excuse Brazil's Deforestation
Brazil, like India and China, argues that the rich countries created today's global warming and developing countries should be allowed to develop as they did. But their policy is wrong. Destroying the Amazon rainforest harms the entire world, and Brazil must take responsibility for it.
There's No One Latin American "Left"
Left vs right is outdated. Latin America is not lashing back against globalization.The continent is struggling with how to combat inequality while maintaining a stable democracy.
Hope and Prejudice
Here is migrant pain: Jean Charles de Menezes was a young Brazilian living in London. Two years ago, he was shot in the head in the Stockwell London Metro Station because, they say, he looked like an Arab terrorist.
Bush and Brazil Talk Ethanol
While President George Bush visits South America this week, Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez will personally lead a street demonstration in Buenos Aires against him....
Radical! It's the New Sensible
Yes, let's be radical. It’s the only sensible option. We cannot wait a hundred years to see if theories about climate change are correct. It'll be too late. When people buy insurance to protect themselves or their property, it’s not because they’re certain a disaster is coming. Uncertainty is bad enough....
Legalizing Brazil's One Million Prostitutes
Some prostitutes oppose legalization because they don’t want their families to know what they do for a living.
This Can't Last Long
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - China's extraordinary performance and the fast-growing American economy have sustained high commodity prices, benefiting many South American economies despite their political problems.
Fight for Principles
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Please, do not forget that the organization you run belongs to the world, not to the United States.
The Wisdom of Brazilian Savannah
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - This quote comes from a Brazilian masterpiece: "The truth is not in the setting out nor in the arriving: It comes to us in the middle of the journey."
Men Who Resist Female Progress
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Six years ago, a prominent Brazilian journalist murdered his ex-girlfriend. He was found guilty but is not in jail. Despite abuse, women advance.
Amazonian & Afro-Brazilian Power
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Traditional forces might gain political clout, but global progressive movements can resist them.
Global Soccer and World Politics: The Parallels
Washington -- The World Cup illustrates some of the weakening effects of sovereignty. FIFA shows how multilateral organizations like the United Nations are just a mirror of a global village where corruption, greed, patronage and dysfunctional governance are the norm - and how exceptional players like Ronaldinho share important personal traits with leaders like Nelson Mandela....
