Part II – The Constitution as a Weapon: The Silent Erosion

While the first stage emphasized the need for realism and the second defined its institutional constraints, this third stage reveals the strategic consequence of internal instability: a loss of international influence.

Part I – Politics as a Cutthroat Game in Brazil

Brazilian politics has been analyzed, all too often, through a moralizing lens that oversimplifies deeply complex processes.

A nation's growth begins with its businesses

The true driver of prosperity lies not only in macroeconomic policies, but in the actual ability of economies to allow their companies to grow.

The Farce of the World Order and the Collapse of Illusions

Today, there is talk—with a solemnity bordering on the liturgical—of the supposed “end of the international order.”

Sustainability as a Competitive Advantage: From Enthusiasm to Strategic Realism

Today, people talk about sustainability with a solemnity that often masks the harsh reality of economic facts.

The New Economy Calls for New Metrics

The global economy continues to grow. Brazil, the United States, Europe, and China are still seeing GDP growth, relatively low unemployment rates, and inflation well below recent peaks. At first glance, the figures suggest business as usual. However, the relevant question is no longer

Racism Doesn’t Need VAR 2.0: The Masks Come Off and the End of Isolation

The fact that this issue remains in the headlines is no coincidence: it is proof that racism is not just a passing phase,

Weak government, weak country

In recent weeks, a series of measures have profoundly affected the government: the return of the PIS/COFINS Provisional Measure, the Beaches Bill, the Abortion Bill, the Blouses Bill, fiscal balance, the eternal Petrobras clash, whether with dividends or changes to

Is soccer becoming an elite sport?

Historically, soccer has always been seen as the sport of the masses. From its earliest days, it attracted large crowds and was one of the few opportunities for low-income individuals to excel. Many footballers came from humble backgrounds and saw the sport as an opportunity to make a name for themselves.

The Donald Trump case and the impact of the judiciary on elections in democratic countries

Last Thursday, May 30, 2024, the United States witnessed an unprecedented event in its political history. Former President Donald Trump was convicted by a New York jury on all 34 counts of accounting fraud, related to the payment