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Lula's legacy: a look at the Bolsa Familia

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There are just a few days to go before he steps down as Brazilian head of state. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been at the helm of his country since 2002 and in that time, his government has introduced policies aimed at lifting members of the population out of poverty. Our correspondents take a look at Lula's flagship "Bolsa Familia" initiative.

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Unbelievable

by Anonyme - 19/01/2011 - 04:47

you hypocrites wouldn't never know how important is food amoung ALL things! Starting with food IS a smart move!

Opinion by Brazilian

by Anonyme - 23/09/2010 - 19:48

Since Lula gains RockStar popularity and praticly no opposition, the PT (Work´s Party) starts to do not respect pluralism in democracy. The seek for power became abusive. Including press persuit e breaking election laws (such as presidential campaing for its candidate way before its permited, resulting in several charges after the damage is done). Dilma has not the same popularity as Lula and there´s no consense if she can hold back the PT´s radical wing.

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