LIKE IT? SPECIAL: When voting, remember the meaning of democracy, fascism, racism, Constitution, fake news, homophobia and +

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Phew, this electoral campaign was intense, but now, this Sunday (30), we will choose the President of the Republic and several governors for the next 4 years. It is a day of celebration, a celebration of Democracy, of our right to freely choose our rulers. Therefore, we selected some reports that we have produced since the recent creation of the Curto News, 3 months ago, whose themes are fundamental to our future. May your weekend be light and we wish you all the best! 🗳

Nothing above it: what is a Constitution?

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In this election period, there is nothing better than understanding our rights and duties. You may have heard that something is “unconstitutional” or that “it is guaranteed by the Constitution”. But after all, what is the Constitution?

What is democracy? Why do we need it as a nation?

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In the week of the elections – which take place on Sunday, October 2nd – the concept “democracy” is present in most newspapers, websites and campaigns. But do you understand what democracy is and why it has been talked about so much lately? O Curto News spoke with researcher at the Center for the Analysis of Freedom and Authoritarianism (Laut) and master's student at USP, Marina Slhessarenko Fraife Barreto, to explain what's behind a democratic government.

What is fascism? Understand why it appears on the global stage from time to time

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Authoritarianism, nationalism, persecution of opponents and control of communication are some characteristics of historical fascism. Far-right governments in countries such as Italy, Spain, Portugal, Hungary and Croatia are examples of fascist regimes that promoted horrors with the excuse of saving the nation from deep crises, applying terror and the annihilation of “enemies of the State”. But this movement is not restricted to the past, on the contrary: from time to time, it appears to haunt democracies. But do you know how to identify what fascism is? Come the Curto News tells you!

What is racism? How does it occur and why is it important to combat it?

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While black and brown people make up 54% of the Brazilian population, they represent 84% of those killed in police actions, according to data from the Brazilian Public Security Forum. The organization also reveals that 2 out of every 3 people incarcerated in the country are black. Racism and racial slurs became a crime in Brazil around 30 years ago. But, according to experts, the forms of racial discrimination are diverse and are part of everyday life in society. O Curto explains what the main forms of racism are and the concepts you need to understand about the racial issue in Brazil.

Elections and fake news: lying strategies and how to combat them

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The popularization of digital media and the use of social networks as sources of information in Brazil helped fuel the fake news industry. In election years – and particularly 2022, with fiercer disputes – concerns are growing about the impact that fake news, and the sharing of it, could have on the increasingly digitalized population. So, understand how the false information industry works and learn how to protect yourself from falling into traps.

What is denialism? Don't jump on that bandwagon!

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The term 'denier' has French origins and was used to talk about the first movement of its kind in the modern world: Holocaust deniers. Past and present meet – and the Curto will explain, once and for all, what denialism is. Let's go?!

Religious violence and elections in Brazil: how did we end up here?

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Episodes of religious violence have increased in Brazil, as shown in the first mapping of religious racism in the country, “Respeite meu Terreiro”, organized by the National Network of Afro-Brazilian Religions and Health (Renafro). Almost 99% of religious leaders from 53 regional centers across Brazil said they had already suffered some type of offense. At the same time, religious debates have been central to this year's elections. Why is it so difficult to separate faith and politics in Brazil? O Curto talked about the topic with José Sepulveda, coordinator of the Observatory of Secularism in Education at the Fluminense Federal University.

Secular state: what is it, what is its role and why is it important?

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As guaranteed by the Federal Constitution, the Brazilian State is secular, that is, based on the premise that all religions and beliefs are free and must be treated equally, unless manipulated for political benefits. However, looking at the past and present, most Brazilians still mix their religious convictions with space and public life. Read and listen to what two experts on the subject say.

What is homophobia and why do we have to fight it?

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Homophobia (or LGBTphobia) is a term created to explain the rejection or aversion to homosexuality, as explained by the Oxford Languages ​​dictionary. It is present in all societies, to a greater or lesser extent, causing violence and rejection. Like other prejudiced attitudes, fear of being different has degrees of manifestation: it can start with a word, a gesture, progress to physical aggression and end in death. Understand why homophobia is a problem and how we can combat it.

See what's behind the security of your vote

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The Brazilian electronic voting system made the electoral process much more agile and secure. With electronic voting machines, since 1996 the counting of votes, which previously took days, has become faster. This year, for the first time, the election will take place at the same time across the country, from 8 am to 17 pm. All states will follow Brasília time.

Report highlights four years of neglect with education in the country

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The Todos Pela Educação platform released on Tuesday (25) an analysis of President Jair Bolsonaro's government in relation to Education. The conclusion is that there were “four lost years”, which will lead to “serious setbacks in school trajectories and the country’s development”. There were everything from wrong decisions in choosing ministers, lack of planning for the area, budget cuts to the choice of agendas disconnected from reality.

Who are those suffering most from the effects of the climate crisis?

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Who are the people most exposed to floods, floods and landslides in Brazil? A study, published in July this year, exposes the harsh reality of socio-environmental injustice and environmental racism in Brazilian cities. Come the Curto News tells you more.

How does deforestation in the Amazon contribute to climate change?

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The role played by the planet's forests in absorbing carbon has been a key factor in preventing faster rates of climate change. In this sense, the Amazon – the largest tropical forest in the world – has a fundamental role to play. O Curto explains why protecting the Amazon from rampant deforestation is a matter of survival.

Such as pollution: air, water and soil. And what about us?

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Various forms of pollution are found in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the land we live on. Do you know how air, water and soil pollution can affect us? O Curto tell you.

The thing about global warming

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Almost daily, the Curto reports on the effects of the climate crisis affecting our planet. Heat waves, fires, floods… the options are many and they all have catastrophic consequences. But do you know what global warming means? And how does it influence the occurrence of these events?

Minimum wage: a worker’s right

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The minimum wage is one of the most debated topics in Brazil. However, even among the people, there are still many doubts about this worker's constitutional right. How is it calculated? What is it for? O Curto News helps you understand better.

Have a great weekend!!!🤩

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