Brazil’s Slavery Legacy: Why It Imported More Slaves Than the U.S.
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Brazil’s Slavery Legacy: Why It Imported More Slaves Than the U.S.

Darren July 24, 2025 6 min
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15. Legacy in Modern Brazilian Society

15. Legacy in Modern Brazilian Society
In São Paulo’s bustling streets, a Black woman walks past colonial-era buildings, highlighting Brazil’s enduring racial inequality and slavery’s legacy. | Photo by Unknown (Unknown) on Wikimedia Commons

The profound impact of slavery continues to echo throughout Brazilian society. Racial, social, and economic inequalities rooted in this history persist, affecting millions of Afro-Brazilians today. Ongoing debates about the need for recognition, reparations, and justice highlight the unfinished work of addressing slavery’s legacy—an issue that remains central to Brazil’s national identity and future. Read about Brazil’s struggle with slavery’s legacy.

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