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Janio Is Coming: The Return of the Old, Unstable Brazil

By Brian Winter

Tossing out President Dilma Rousseff could also put an end to the idea of "a new Brazil," writes AQ editor-in-chief Brian Winter

Over the last two decades, it seemed like a new Brazil had taken root. A stable, democratic Brazil, one where presidents finished their terms, a vibrant economy lifted all boats, and money more or less retained its value.

But now – meu Deus. With every cry for impeachment, with every revelation of the rot...

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