BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is a term first coined by economist Jim O’Neill in 2001 and later adopted into the lingua franca of economists and recognized by the included countries themselves. The organization is comprised of … Continue reading
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Socialism of the 21st Century: The Resurgence of the Pink Tide in Latin America
At the turn of the century, a political phenomenon known as the Pink Tide occurred in numerous countries across Latin America. It signified a shift from the previously dominant neoliberal and Washington-oriented parties towards a more left-wing form of leadership. … Continue reading
Shielding Badges: The Genocide of Black Children and Youth in Brazil
The preventable death of a particular group of children and the silence of society and the state's political institutions is infuriating.
Bolsonaro’s Uncertain Future: COVID-19 and Brazil’s 2022 Election
Donald Trump’s embarrassing fall from power in November 2020 carries a bleak omen for other crass right-wing leaders like Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro’s campaign tactics from 2018 will not work again, with his anti-establishment rhetoric not carrying the same appeal since his policies have resulted in countless deaths.
Bolsonaro and Brazil’s Health Crisis
Brazil has two of the largest vaccine production factories in Latin America, and is known worldwide for its strong immunization programs. They have, however, been struggling to coordinate a federal immunization campaign.
Interview with Kate Grantham
The Catalyst team met with Kate Grantham to discuss her paper “Industrial Animal Agriculture in the Brazilian Amazon: Environmental and Ethical Disaster” to be featured in the upcoming Spring 2021 edition of Chrysalis.
Alessandra Munduruku: A Symbol Hope for the Indigenous Peoples of Brazil
Above everything, the 2020 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights prize has revealed the importance of Alessandra Korap Munduruku and other Indigenous peoples’ claims and has officially marked her place as a relevant figure for human rights activism. The award may be perceived as just another step closer to the recognition of Brazilian indigenous’ rights.