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Brazil's dance with the devil, the World Cup, the Olympics, and the fight for democracy, by Dave Zirin

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Brazil's dance with the devil, the World Cup, the Olympics, and the fight for democracy, by Dave Zirin
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eng
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-236) and index
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non fiction
Main title
Brazil's dance with the devil
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bibliography
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by Dave Zirin
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the World Cup, the Olympics, and the fight for democracy
Summary
Looks at the widespread protests in Brazil relating to the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics, pointing out the political, social, and economic costs for the nation associated with hosting the two mega-events
Table Of Contents
Introduction: finding Michael Jackson in Rio -- Brazil: "a country for everyone" -- "There is no sin below the equator" -- Oh, Lula! -- Futebol: the journey from daring to fear -- Killing Santa -- Neoliberal Trojan horses and sporting shock doctrines -- Target favelas -- Conclusion: "FIFA-quality schools."
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