Ex-President of Brazil Sentenced to Nearly 10 Years in Prison for Corruption The conviction of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was a stunning setback for a politician who has wielded enormous influence across Latin America. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Advertising on the French Riviera: The Internet Come to LifePhilippines May Get New Law: Sing National Anthem With Spirit or Face Prison TimeVogue Editor Anna Wintour Is Now Dame AnnaMontreal Parade, Usually a Point of Pride, Raises Debate About RacismAsia and Australia Edition: Syria, India, CNN: Your Morning BriefingToronto Hotel Is Scrapping the Trump Name