By Chris Thompson
A massive protest advocating for free speech was held at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The rally was reportedly rallied by former Brazilian president, Jair Bolsonaro, who defended freedom of expression amidst X’s ongoing battle with the Brazilian government.
Bolsonaro addressed the crowd and stated that the entire world is aware of how threatened freedom of expression is today.
He urged the protesters to conduct a peaceful act in defence of democracy and freedom, without carrying any signs or banners.
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The protest attracted a large number of people, who came out to support the cause and raise their voices against any attempts to curb free speech.
“The whole world is aware of how threatened our freedom of expression is,” he said before the rally.
“Let’s do our peaceful act, in defence of democracy, for our freedom, without signs or banners,” he added.
Former Brazilian President, Jair Bolsonaro, leads massive protest in Brazil
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