The Ben Shapiro Show President Jair Bolsonaro | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 132
Oct 23, 2022
Jair Bolsonaro, the President of Brazil, shares insights on his conservative policies aimed at fighting corruption and promoting family values. He discusses his contentious approach to gun laws and crime, as well as the upcoming reelection against political rival Lula Da Silva. Bolsonaro reflects on his experiences with both the Trump and Biden administrations, and whether Brazil's shift away from big government could inspire other South American nations. The conversation dives deep into Brazil's political landscape and the implications of misinformation leading up to the election.
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Lula's Corruption and Candidacy
- Jair Bolsonaro discusses Lula da Silva's past corruption, including a $170 billion scandal.
- Lula's return to candidacy was enabled by a Supreme Court justice appointed by the Workers' Party.
Concerns about Brazil's Voting System
- Brazil's electronic voting system lacks transparency and is vulnerable to manipulation.
- Bolsonaro highlights Lula's overturned conviction due to a technicality, enabling him to run for office again.
Corruption under Lula and Rousseff
- Lula's administration faced significant corruption scandals, totaling over $500 billion.
- These scandals led to Dilma Rousseff's impeachment, highlighting the depth of corruption.