Brazil's elections, laden with controversy, hate speech, violence, and deep community divide, is reminiscent of America's 2016 Presidential elections. Like President Trump, Jair Bolsonaro, has promised to bring economic stability and an end to the status quo of democratic ideals. At what cost, though? And why should Americans pay attention? Jana Nelson, a Brazilian-born American and expert in Latin America and trade, explains. This episode was released in 2018 via WERA 96.7 FM in Arlington, VA.

Credits:
Theme Song: "Asi ki no ta vive" by Chachi Carvalho
Outro Song: "The Wall" by Pink Floyd
Photo Credit: Mauro Pimentel/AFP/Getty Images