Brazil on the Rise
Larry Rohter, Culture Reporter, The New York Times; Author, Brazil on the Rise
Rohter gives an account of the culture and politics of the country that’s hosting the 2016 Olympics. Brazil was once one of the world’s poorest countries ruled by dictatorship. Today, it has become both a democracy and a leading industrial and agricultural powerhouse, boasting the world’s eighth largest economy. Rohter will take you along Brazil’s upward journey.
MLF: Environment & Natural Resources/International RelationsLocation: SF Club OfficeTime: 11:30 a.m. check-in, noon program, 1 p.m. book signingCost: $8 members, $20 non-membersProgram Organizer: Alice McKeonAlso know: In association with the Northern California Peace Corps Association