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When Racism Is a Crime: Brazil Puts a Tourist on Trial for Word and Gesture

An Argentine woman, who is white, could face years in prison after being accused of racism. The case has set off intense debate in Argentina and Brazil.

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Agostina Páez arriving at the Argentine Consulate in Rio de Janeiro this month to attend a news conference.

When Racism Is a Crime: Brazil Puts a Tourist on Trial for Word and Gesture

An Argentine woman, who is white, could face years in prison after being accused of racism. The case has set off intense debate in Argentina and Brazil.

© Mauro Pimentel/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images

Agostina Páez arriving at the Argentine consulate in Rio de Janeiro this month to attend a news conference.
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