Politics

Bahia Governor: Bolsonaro’s omission leaves states on their own

For the second straight day, Brazil broke its daily record for coronavirus deaths, as states reported at least 2,286 new casualties on March 10, 2021.

The reasons for Brazil’s coronavirus collapse are manifold, starting with the federal government’s own cack-handed response to the pandemic and President Jair Bolsonaro’s reluctance to promote widespread vaccination.

Indeed, the behavior of the population also plays a part. Social...

Débora Álvares

Débora Álvares has worked as a political reporter for newspapers Folha de S.Paulo, O Estado de S.Paulo, Globo News, HuffPost, among others. She specializes in reporting on Brasilia, working behind-the-scenes coverage at the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary branches of government.

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