Bom Jesus From The Alto share article: 5 April 1994 HistoryBrazil new internationalist issue 254 - April 1994 X New Internationalist is a lifeline for activists, campaigners and readers who value independent journalism. It is free to read online – please support us so we can keep it that way. Support us » Support us » Support us » Related Articles View from Brazil: Agribusiness lobby scuppers climate gains Brazil wants to be a beacon in the fight against global warming, Leonardo Sakamoto writes. Its powerful agribusiness lobby has a... Bolsonaro’s return to Brazil is mired in lawsuits Leonardo Sakamoto on Jair Bolsonaro’s not-so-triumphant return, as he faces a slew of lawsuits over alleged election meddling in... Brazilian Blood Gold Leonardo Sakamoto on Lula's efforts to give Brazil's Indigenous Yanomami communities a reprieve. The threats and promises game Leonardo Sakamoto on Brazil’s vote-buying scandals. A new era under Lula? 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