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A Coup in Brazil, Despite Legal Formalities

June 8, 2016 • by Mariana Prandini Assis and Pablo Holmes

The latest political events in Brazil have caused perplexity around the globe. The country once deemed to be not only an emerging global power, but also a positive example of democracy and stability in a region with a long history of political turmoil and authoritarianism, has ...

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An Open Letter to the Ambassador Michael Fitzpatrick, the Interim Permanent Representative to the OAS

May 29, 2016 • by James Green
I was extremely disappointed to read today that you have unequivocally argued that impeachment process currently taking place in Brazil is democratic and legitimate. While acknowledging the dangers of comparing historical events from different time periods, the U.S. government is running the risk of repeating a tragic mistake it make ...
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