Thousands paraded down Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana Beach to raise their voices as cases of religious intolerance were reported to be on the rise. According to local media, the demonstrators stemmed from more than a dozen faiths, mainly Afro-Brazilian ones, that have come under attack from Christian groups. Newly chosen Human Rights Minister Macaé Evaristo joined the march.
Add your comment!Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced on Monday evening that he had chosen social worker and teacher Macaé Evaristo as the country's new human rights minister following the dismissal of Silvio Almeida, who was accused of sexual harassment.