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Brazil offers America a lesson in democratic maturity

13 days ago
  • #populism
  • #democracy
  • #Brazil
  • Brazil serves as a test case for democratic recovery post-populism.
  • A polarizing ex-president refused election results, incited supporters to attack government buildings.
  • The insurrection failed, leading to criminal investigations and a coup-plotting trial.
  • The article compares Brazil's situation to potential lessons for America.
  • Published in the Leaders section of the print edition on August 30th, 2025.