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2020-05-12

Bolsonaro's silence on artists' deaths reflects disdain for Brazilian culture

Artists criticise Brazil's president, Jair Bolsonaro, for ignoring the recent deaths of several authors, artists, and actors. Bolsonaro once cited a dictatorship-era torturer as his favourite author.
2020-04-29

'So what?': Bolsonaro shrugs off Brazil's rising coronavirus death toll

Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, when asked about the 5,000 reported coronavirus deaths in his country, responded with "So what?" and "I'm sorry. What do you want me to do?" His remarks sparked outrage and comments on social media.
2020-04-26

Bolsonaro in fresh crisis over son's alleged links to fake news racket

There are reports that President Jair Bolsonaro's son Carlos Bolsonaro has been connected to a criminal fake news group. Bolsonaro denies these accusations.