Tag: politics

Gabeira, a Do-gooder Brazilian Politico Among Foxes Devouring Public Chickens

Brazil’s leading news magazine, Veja, praised Congressman Fernando Gabeira as “the champion of ethics ...

In Brazil, Rich or Poor, We’re All Prisoners

An old adage stated, “Brazilian, profession hope.” Today, it would be more correct to ...

In Spite of Everything Brazilians Must Keep the Dream Alive

In the past, we ran risks and we had objectives. Now, there are no ...

Senate Chairman Upholds Tradition of Treating Brazil with Contempt

At the time of writing we are watching a familiar scene – the chairman ...

Brazil is not ready for another general blackout like the one in 2001

Brazilian Politics: Navel Gazing in Brasília – Largesse in São Paulo

One of the most depressing aspects of Brazilian politics is the way many – ...

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Brazil’s Lula Starts Political Overhaul and Vows Not to Seek Third Term

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva asked on Monday, April 23, for opposition ...

Brazilian state controlled company Furnas

Brazil’s Politicians Share the Spoils

Trying to explain Brazilian society to western Europeans and Americans can be frustrating. When ...

Brazilians on the streets demanding direct elections now (Diretas Já)

My Wish for Brazil: a Tempest of Purification and Marches on the Streets

The end of the year is the time to express our wishes. Mine for ...

Brazil ballot box with question about sales of guns

Brazil’s First Referendum Ever Is Blow to Oligarchy

The holding of the first referendum in the country’s history, on the sale of ...

Political Reform Will Not End Corruption in Brazil

The political reform under consideration in the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies will not be ...