Tener luces para frenar algo

Question

I would like some input on the meaning of this phrase. The context is preventing mining companies from exploiting locals. Here is the sentence: "Mientras más se conoce sobre la empresa y sus dueños, más luces para frenarla." Thank you in advance for your help.

Answer 1

The more one knows about the business, and its owners, the more light on the subject to put the brakes on it. --or stop it.

I don't think the translator could handle this.

Thanks for taking the time to respond, but I am unclear on what you mean by "I don't think the translator could handle this." What do you mean? - KerleneT, Sep 28, 2016