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AP Explains: Bolsonaro has jousted at virus fears for months

by Associated Press
| July 7, 2020 3:27 PM

SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro for months flirted with the new coronavirus as he flouted social distancing at lively demonstrations and encouraged crowds during outings from the presidential residence, often without a mask.

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