Introduction to President Bolsonaro

President Jair Bolsonaro is the current President of Brazil who assumed office on January 1st, 2019. Bolsonaro is a retired Brazilian Army captain and a politician who has been a member of the Chamber of Deputies representing the state of Rio de Janeiro since 1991. Bolsonaro is a controversial figure in Brazilian politics due to his far-right views and statements.

Political views

Bolsonaro's political views are considered far-right and he has been labeled as a populist, nationalist, and authoritarian. He has expressed support for the military dictatorship that ruled Brazil from 1964 to 1985, and has praised former dictator Augusto Pinochet of Chile. Bolsonaro has also been criticized for his controversial statements on women, minorities, and the LGBTQ+ community.

Policies

Bolsonaro's policies focus on reducing crime and corruption in Brazil, improving the economy, and strengthening ties with foreign countries, particularly the United States. He has also been known to be a strong supporter of the Brazilian agricultural sector and has criticized land reforms and indigenous rights.

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# Introduction to President Bolsonaro

**President Jair Bolsonaro** is the current President of Brazil who assumed office on January 1st, 2019. Bolsonaro is a retired Brazilian Army captain and a politician who has been a member of the Chamber of Deputies representing the state of Rio de Janeiro since 1991. Bolsonaro is a controversial figure in Brazilian politics due to his far-right views and statements.

## Political views

Bolsonaro's political views are considered far-right and he has been labeled as a populist, nationalist, and authoritarian. He has expressed support for the military dictatorship that ruled Brazil from 1964 to 1985, and has praised former dictator Augusto Pinochet of Chile. Bolsonaro has also been criticized for his controversial statements on women, minorities, and the LGBTQ+ community.

## Policies

Bolsonaro's policies focus on reducing crime and corruption in Brazil, improving the economy, and strengthening ties with foreign countries, particularly the United States. He has also been known to be a strong supporter of the Brazilian agricultural sector and has criticized land reforms and indigenous rights.