Marcelo K. Silva
Marcelo K. Silva is a professor of sociology at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre, where he directs the research group on associativism, engagement, and contestation.
Bolsonaro’s War Against Reason
The Brazilian president’s offensive against universities threatens democracy and recalls the dark years of the country’s dictatorship.
The War on Brazilian Democracy
Since taking office in January, President Jair Bolsonaro has not only become less popular. He has also done perhaps irreparable damage to fundamental democratic institutions.