BRAZIL: Bolsonaro isolated, not ousted
● President Jair Bolsonaro has reached the highest level of isolation since his inauguration. ● His posture against popular Health Minister Luiz Henrique Mandetta is a high-risk strategy. ● Four-star generals in the government have been a moderate force, ensuring the government… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or […]
BRAZIL: Significant delays but on the right track despite Bolsonaro
● Brazil has been doing the right thing to stem the spread of the coronavirus but resistance from President Jair Bolsonaro remains. ● A mega-package of stimulus and support measures has been announced but implementation is delayed due to lack of coordination. ● Other admini… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
BRAZIL/MEXICO: Political weak links in the struggle to contain COVID-19
● The region’s big two economies – Brazil and Mexico – have presidents who have been conspicuously slow to recognize COVID-19’s gravity. ● Whether this proves counter-productive to virus containment remains to be seen, but in a context in which government failure can be deadly… Become a member to read the rest of this […]