Keywords
Brazil
hate speech
censorship
prejudice
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Abstract
When one of Brazil’s most controversial stand-up comedians faced criminal charges, some thought he was a victim of censorship while others thought he was facing the legal consequences of racist, prejudiced speech. The article will shed light on the case brought against him, from the district court to the Supreme Court, analysing the rulings and the alleged censorship, which, according to the defendant, was imposed by the courts.
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