2020 Brazilian protests

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Protesters in São Paulo, Brazil, 2020

Date	2020
Location	Brazil
Caused by	Police brutality, Racism, Government policies
Objectives
Methods	Demonstrations, Marches, Online activism
Status	Ongoing
Concessions

The 2020 Brazilian protests were a series of demonstrations that took place across Brazil in response to various social and political issues, including police brutality, racism, and dissatisfaction with government policies. These protests were part of a larger wave of global protests that occurred in 2020, influenced by the George Floyd protests in the United States.

Background

The protests in Brazil were fueled by longstanding issues of racial inequality and police violence. Brazil has a history of racial discrimination, and the killing of black individuals by police has been a persistent problem. The protests were also a response to the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil, which many criticized as inadequate and negligent.

Timeline of Events

May 2020

In late May 2020, protests erupted in major cities such as São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília. These protests were initially sparked by the death of George Floyd in the United States, but quickly focused on local issues of police violence and racism.

June 2020

Throughout June, protests continued to grow, with demonstrators calling for justice for victims of police violence in Brazil, such as the case of João Pedro, a 14-year-old boy killed during a police operation in Rio de Janeiro.

July 2020

In July, protests expanded to include demands for better healthcare and economic support during the pandemic. The government's response to the pandemic was heavily criticized, with many accusing President Jair Bolsonaro of downplaying the severity of the virus.

Government Response

The Brazilian government, led by President Jair Bolsonaro, responded to the protests with a mix of condemnation and calls for dialogue. Bolsonaro's administration faced criticism for its handling of both the protests and the pandemic, leading to increased political tension.

Impact

The 2020 protests in Brazil highlighted deep-seated issues of racial inequality and police violence. They also brought attention to the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, influencing public opinion and political discourse in the country.

Also see

• Protests in Brazil
• George Floyd protests
• COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil
• Racism in Brazil
• Police brutality