[TheDon]

?? No freedom of speech in Brazil? Rather than laughing about it, the Brazilian leo had his little feelings hurt and decided to make a fuss. His superiors thought it would make great press against the "arrogant" Americans. American Airlines wants to continue doing business in Brazil, so publicly will only tote the corporate line.

Fact is, the pilot is a political prisoner.

[patriotUSA]

Fact is, the pilot is a political prisoner.

Sorry, I can't agree with that. He "made an internationally known obscene gesture when he was being photographed by the Federal Police" and "will be charged with disobeying authority." You do that in the United States and you will also get jailed/charged for acting like a fool.