As Brazil gears up for its municipal elections on October 6, 2024, public safety has emerged as a pivotal issue. The rising concern over crime has overshadowed economic matters. This presents a significant challenge to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva‘s administration. Recent polls indicate that nearly 60% of Brazilians consider crime their primary worry, […]
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