Thursday, June 20, 2013

L.A. Times - Asia: Brazil protests tap into frustration of have-nots

L.A. Times - Asia
Headlines from latimes.com
thumbnail Brazil protests tap into frustration of have-nots
Jun 20th 2013, 21:52

A bus fare increase in Sao Paulo became a catalyst for nationwide protests for broad causes, as police violence and social media emboldened people to speak out.

SAO PAULO, Brazil — On Thursday night last week, Brazil's left-wing Free Fare Movement held the fourth of its street protests against a 10-cent hike in bus fares. A few thousand people turned out.

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