Evolution of Perceptions on Race Relations in Brazil over the Past Decade

Perceptions on race relations in Brazil have evolved over the past decade, marked by an increased willingness of people to identify as black or mixed race with pride. This change is not due to a demographic shift but reflects a growing awareness and acceptance of racial identity. Brazil's history of importing more Africans than the United States, along with a tradition of denying racism, has given way to a deeper acknowledgment of racism in the country. While Brazil has a long history of racial mixing, leading to less segregation, there is now a recognition that racism exists in different forms within the society, prompting a shift in self-identification and a reevaluation of racial dynamics.

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