In 2015, Brazil attempted to close its budget deficit by announcing spending cuts and tax increases totaling 65bn reais ($16.9bn). This came after the country’s credit rating was reduced by major credit agencies after the government revealed a budget shortfall of about R$40 billion.
67% Yes |
33% No |
60% Yes |
22% No |
4% Yes, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials |
4% No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead |
2% Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional |
2% No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy |
0% Yes, and increase taxes |
2% No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead |
1% No, reduce military spending instead |
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1% No, reduce the number of government officials instead |
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1% No, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
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