Which Countries Still Support Russia, and Why
China, India, Israel and South Americans are reluctant to take sides.
Brazil
Arguments For and Against Macron’s Mercosur Threat
France threatens to hold up a trade deal unless Brazil does more to fight forest fires.
Brazil’s Presidential Election Is Up in the Air
A lot hinges on whether or not former president Lula da Silva will be able to run.
Chile Shows Better Way to Neighbors in Crisis
Tone-deaf politicians discredit democracy in Brazil and Venezuela. Chile’s constitutional reforms shows a better way.
Political Victory for Temer During Anxious Times for Brazil
Congress approves a spending limit, but corruption and economic distress still overshadow Michel Temer’s presidency.
Rousseff Leaves But Brazil’s Problems Remain
The president’s impeachment will do little to lift Brazil’s economy out of recession or clean up its politics.
Brazil to Muddle Through After Rousseff Suspended
Power shifts to the president’s unprincipled allies in the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party.
The Origins of Brazil’s Political Dysfunction
Brazil’s paralysis can be traced back to the end of the military dictatorship. But the roots go much deeper.
Rousseff’s Impeachment May Solve Little
Brazil is looking at months of political upheaval during which painful economic reforms will likely be put off.
Rousseff’s Future Uncertain After PMDB Defection
Dilma Rousseff may not survive impeachment now that Brazil’s largest party has walked out on her.
Rousseff’s Presidency in Hands of Big-Tent Allies
The Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, pragmatic to a fault, is seen turning against the left-wing president.
Brazil Inflation Hits Twelve-Year High, Economy Shrinks
The economic news coming out of Brazil keeps getting worse. Politicians seem unsure what to do.
Brazil’s Rousseff Threatens to Lose Key Ally
The Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, the largest in the ruling coalition, is reportedly preparing to walk out.
Politics Paralyzed as Brazil Slides into Recession
Brazil’s economy is going down yet national politics is more dysfunctional than it has been in years.
Brazil’s Chickens Come Home to Roost
Years of living large and putting off economic reforms are finally catching up with Brazil.