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.
Dilma Rousseff
Brazil to Muddle Through After Rousseff Suspended
Power shifts to the president’s unprincipled allies in the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party.
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’s Rousseff Threatens to Lose Key Ally
The Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, the largest in the ruling coalition, is reportedly preparing to walk out.
Brazil’s Chickens Come Home to Roost
Years of living large and putting off economic reforms are finally catching up with Brazil.
Brazil Reelects Rousseff Despite Economic Slowdown
The incumbent left-wing president prevails over her liberal challenger despite a recent economic slump.
Rousseff Leads Polls Going into Second Voting Round
Brazil’s left-wing president appears on track to win reelection.
Rousseff Closer to Reelection After First Voting Round
Brazil’s president looks more likely to be reelected but still has to see off a centrist challenger next month.
Rousseff Retakes Lead as Voters Doubt Challenger
Brazilians aren’t enthusiastic about their president, but doubt if her challenger can do a better job.
Rousseff Must Speed Up Reforms Before Election
Brazil’s technocratic president should remove structural impediments to growth.
Brazil’s Rousseff Stays the Course With “Stimulus”
Fears that the president will repeat the mistakes of her predecessors are unfounded.
Brazil’s Rousseff Condemns “Monetary Tsunami”
The Brazilian president accused America’s and Europe’s central banks of flooding markets with cheap money.
Brazil’s Rousseff Poised to Undertake Reform Effort
Although the pace of regulatory reforms has stalled, there is reason to be optimistic about the president’s efforts.