Politics

This is suffering, stupid

Published

2 years ago

July 14, 2022

The political trap of approving the PEC-kamikaze closed as expected: all political forces support the buying of votes, disguised as an emergency measure. This opportunistic voter pleasure is the essence of the activities of small-represented parties without leaders of genuine self-expression, focused on protecting private, regional, corporate or segmented interests.

A “trap” because to vote against her in the name of principles was to be rude to the voter. The yes vote helped Bolsonaro, even if the PEC’s electoral dividends are dubious. Between principles and mercy, even serious and sincere opposition to Bolsonaro clung to the phrase: “This is suffering, fool.”

It can be said that no political system works if disease, poverty and ignorance persist at its core. A photo: Clea Viana/Chamber of Deputies

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This is an undeniable and deeply disturbing conclusion. During the period of emergency assistance in Brazil, there has been a significant change in income levels. Since then, the situation has only worsened. “I discussed how I would vote for the PEC, but then I stopped at a traffic light, gave 20 reais to a family camped there, and heard from them how that 20 reais was so decisive for their children, so I voted in favor,” he said. he is an old school political senator and a staunch opponent of the government.

Fighting inequality is a phrase of political usage that is not associated with a consensus in the ruling elites on the need to reduce poverty, disease and ignorance. It is not an “evil” concocted by the “ruling classes” as claimed by the sub-Marxism that prevails in much of higher education. It is an “invertebrate society” that does not realize how much it is hostage to suffering that it cannot eliminate.

It is clear that the “social sensitivity” of political leaders is heightened when they are asked to vote, which is not a Brazilian feature. In fact, the approval of the PEC reflects a much more troubling scenario than fiscal indiscipline, a clear disregard for institutionality (the Constitution is changing in line with the current political moment) and circumvention of electoral rules.

In social terms, the “state of emergency” that justifies pre-election kindness is that of a country that is back on the hunger map, boasting of being the world champion in food production. Regardless of the political creed of the ruler on duty, the same troubles are discussed in the depths of the soul. It can be said that no political system works if disease, poverty and ignorance persist at its core.

In this sense, “state of emergency” is our permanent state.

Goodwin Townsend

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Politics

The dollar continues to reflect the political scenario

Published

1 year ago

December 20, 2022

Goodwin Townsend

The dollar continues to reflect the political scenario

Yesterday, financial agents evaluated the opposite decision of the Federal Supreme Court (STF) regarding the so-called secret budget. In addition, a decision was made by STF Minister Gilmar Méndez to issue an injunction that would exclude the Bolsa Família from the spending cap rule, with investors trying to understand how this measure would affect the processing of the transitional PEC in the Chamber of Deputies. Oh this PEC!!!!

Since he is an exchange investor, any reading that the budget will be exceeded or become more flexible will negatively affect the exchange market, whether through the PEC or in any other way. We will continue with volatility today.

Looking beyond, the US Central Bank (Fed), although slowing down the pace of monetary tightening at its December meeting, issued a tougher-than-expected statement warning that its fight against inflation was not yet over, raising fears that rising US interest rates will push the world’s largest economy into recession.

The currency market continues to react to political news. The voting on the PEC is saved for today. It is expected that it will indeed be reviewed to open the way tomorrow for discussions on the 2023 budget.

Yesterday, the spot price closed the selling day at R$5.3103.

For today on the calendar we will have an index of consumer confidence in the eurozone. Good luck and good luck in business!!

Goodwin Townsend

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Politics

Andrés Sánchez consults with the Ministry of Sports, but refuses a political post.

Published

1 year ago

December 20, 2022

Goodwin Townsend

The former president of the Corinthians dreams of working for the CBF as a national team coordinator. He was consulted shortly after Lula’s election.

Former Corinthians president Andrés Sánchez was advised to take a position in the Ministry of Sports under the administration of Lula (PT). However, he ruled out a return to politics. dreams of taking over the coordination of CBF selectionHow do you know PURPOSE.

No formal invitation was made to the former Corinthian representative, only a consultation on a portfolio opportunity with the new federal government, which will be sworn in on January 1, 2023.

Andrés was the Federal MP for São Paulo from 2015 to 2019. At that time he was elected by the Workers’ Party. However, the football manager begs to stay in the sport, ruling out the possibility of getting involved in politics again.

Andrés Sanchez’s desire is to fill the position of CBF tackle coordinator, which should become vacant after the 2022 World Cup. Juninho Paulista fulfills this function in Brazil’s top football institution.

The former president of Corinthians was in Qatar to follow the World Cup along with other figures in Brazilian football. During his time in the country, he strengthened his ties with the top leadership of the CBF.

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The EU has reached a political agreement on limiting gas prices – 19.12.2022

Published

1 year ago

December 19, 2022

Goodwin Townsend

Germany sentenced Russian to life imprisonment for political murder by order of Moscow - 12/15/2021

BRUSSELS, DECEMBER 19 (ANSA). European Union countries reached a political agreement on Monday (19) to impose a natural gas price ceiling of 180 euros per megawatt hour (MWh). The main sources of income for Russia and the minimization of the use of energy as a weapon by the regime of Vladimir Putin.

The agreement was approved by a supermajority at a ministerial meeting of member states in Brussels, Belgium, after months of discussions about the best way to contain the rise in natural gas prices in the bloc caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. .

The value set by the countries is well below the proposal made by the European Commission, the EU’s executive body, in November: 275 EUR/MWh. However, the countries leading the cap campaign were in favor of an even lower limit, around 100 EUR/MWh.

Germany, always wary of price controls, voted in favor of 180 euros, while Austria and the Netherlands, also skeptical of the cap, abstained. Hungary, the most pro-Russian country in the EU, voted against.

The instrument will enter into force on 15 February, but only if natural gas prices on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange exceed 180 euros/MWh for three consecutive days. In addition, the difference compared to a number of global benchmarks should be more than 35 euros.

Italy, the EU’s biggest supporter of the ceiling, has claimed responsibility for the measure. “This is a victory for Italy, which believed and worked for us to reach this agreement,” Environment and Energy Minister Gilberto Picetto tweeted.

“This is a victory for Italian and European citizens who demand energy security,” he added.

Currently, the gas price in Amsterdam is around 110 EUR/MWh, which is already a reflection of the agreement in Brussels – in August the figure even broke the barrier of 340 EUR/MWh.

However, Russia has already threatened to stop exports to countries that adhere to the ceiling. (ANSA).

See more news, photos and videos at www.ansabrasil.com.br.

Goodwin Townsend

General internet buff. Hardcore music maven. Typical foodaholic. Friendly student.