Public transport workers in São Paulo decided on Monday night to go on strike on Tuesday. This action opposes the government’s privatization plans. Both city and state officials responded quickly. They declared Tuesday an optional workday and increased bus services. Specific metro lines affected include the Blue, Green, and Red. The metro trains on the […]
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