I was born here in Brazil. We moved to America when I was 5. I returned to Brazil when I was 18 because my heart was always here. I want to go into some differences between the two countries.
First political differences. In Brazil you don't have to be educated to run for office. Former President Lula da Silva is very popular with most Brazilians because of the economic turnaround that occurred during his presidency. He dropped out of school at 14 to go to work. After losing a finger in an on the job accident and having to visit several hospitals before getting medical treatment he became a labor union organizer and leader. Thing is, in America he would never become president due to his lack of formal education. Yet he did a good job as president. Now some say Cardoso actually laid the groundwork for the economic turnaround and Lula, although a good pres was given too much credit. But I digress.
Current president Dilma Rouseff was tortured by the military junta back in the 60s and has the scars to prove it. She carries the marks of Brazils shameful past. Her stated goal is to eradicate poverty in Brazil.
Another thing, you constantly hear about politicians being charged with something here. Is there more government corruption here or do Brazilian politicians just get caught more? I don't know.
Cultural differences. Here, if you meet strangers on the street or in an elevator or stairway, most people will greet you and talk to you even if they don't know you because its considered rude not to. In America you're lucky if you get a hello. Also in Brazil friends often say hello and goodbye with a kiss on the cheek. Women more than men. Its customary here but not in the States. People have more warmth here, I guess is what I'm trying to say.
First political differences. In Brazil you don't have to be educated to run for office. Former President Lula da Silva is very popular with most Brazilians because of the economic turnaround that occurred during his presidency. He dropped out of school at 14 to go to work. After losing a finger in an on the job accident and having to visit several hospitals before getting medical treatment he became a labor union organizer and leader. Thing is, in America he would never become president due to his lack of formal education. Yet he did a good job as president. Now some say Cardoso actually laid the groundwork for the economic turnaround and Lula, although a good pres was given too much credit. But I digress.
Current president Dilma Rouseff was tortured by the military junta back in the 60s and has the scars to prove it. She carries the marks of Brazils shameful past. Her stated goal is to eradicate poverty in Brazil.
Another thing, you constantly hear about politicians being charged with something here. Is there more government corruption here or do Brazilian politicians just get caught more? I don't know.
Cultural differences. Here, if you meet strangers on the street or in an elevator or stairway, most people will greet you and talk to you even if they don't know you because its considered rude not to. In America you're lucky if you get a hello. Also in Brazil friends often say hello and goodbye with a kiss on the cheek. Women more than men. Its customary here but not in the States. People have more warmth here, I guess is what I'm trying to say.
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