Brazil's Political Satire Ban Irks Comedians

In Brazil, broadcasters are barred by law from ridiculing any candidate in the run-up to an election. Advocates say the restrictions prevent unfair portrayals of the candidates, while critics say the ban threatens free speech. Over the weekend, a group of Brazilian humorists and their supporters held a protest rally. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Jonathan Wheatley, Brazil correspondent for the Financial Times.

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