“There was little reason to believe that a witty, urbane professor of sociology who spent most of his career in academia, and sometimes seemed more at home in Paris or New York than in his native Rio de Janeiro, would become “Brazil’s great stabilizer,” as the New York Times called him upon the end of his two terms in office. Cardoso’s 1995-2002 government did not make Brazil a paradise, but it did mark a clear before and after. Inflation was tamed, democracy planted lasting roots and one of the world’s most unequal countries became just a bit more fair and respected on the global stage.”
Brazilians are sharing their memories and photos of Fernando Henrique Cardoso, 95, after a regrettable episode in which his failing health was shown on social media. Friends will know that I owe my entire identity as a Brazilianist and much of my career to him, and a book we wrote together 20 years ago.
The above quote is from an article I have prepared for a future date. I share part of it here as a reminder of all he accomplished, and his meaning in today’s Brazil. Viva. ❤️❤️
I am not a fan of Lula's foreign policy, and a lot is unknown about the Serbian student movement. But both just proved that voters can alter what feels like a historical shift
Being an exceptionally talented musician is one thing. But to stand before such high-caliber fellow musicians, a large audience, and cameras—all while remaining composed, communicating skillfully and effectively, showing genuine enjoyment, and staying focused on the creative process—that is what truly amazes me.
Agora criança tem dois tipos de nome:
Ou tem nome que a gente usava em cachorro ou tem nome de velha
Ai você vai em um colégio e a Maya e a Zoe estudam na mesma sala da Tereza e do Rubens