Brazil's relentless war on drugs has gone online, with dangerous consequences for both sides
The Games present a historic opportunity to build Brazil’s national legacy, writes COA’s Eric Farnsworth for The Miami Herald.
But Operation "Car Wash" is already cleaning up national politics
The 2016 Summer Olympics are a historic opportunity for Brazil to effect lasting social change while reaping investment benefits.
The Brazilian public's attitude toward hosting the 2016 Summer Games has gone from excitement to ambivalence, the author tells AS/COA Online in this audio interview.
"Rousseff is now betting that warmer relations with Washington will strengthen economic growth while adding percentage points to her popularity", comments COA’s Eric Farnsworth.