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Public lecture series "Brazil. Land of the Future or the Past"
In 1941, while in exile in Brazil, Stefan Zweig wrote the book "Brazil. A country of the future". The title of the book was used as an epithet for the country in Brazil for decades. This was justified because, despite massive problems, the population always radiated hope - i.e. a future - to foreign visitors. Brazilians often added the melancholy and ironic phrase ... a future that we will never reach.
Then the improbable happened. With the election of the left-wing candidate Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as president, who took office on January 1, 2003, Brazil had achieved its future. The first years of his government were characterized by a broad social awakening and the shaping of the future. Disillusionment set in. Brazil is currently ruled by a radical right-wing president. There is little sign of new beginnings or hope. His re-election would turn Brazil into a country of the past. But what could the future be?
Brazil today is a deeply divided country. The question of whether it is still a country of the future or of the past will be examined by the speakers from various perspectives.
Participation is possible for a maximum of 100 people in presence or you can register for online participation via Zoom with Ms. Klein: p.klein[at]uni-kassel[dot]de
Lecture:
Christian Russau: Who are you still in solidarity with?
Brazil's once so strong social movement, which was attractive and fascinating for many politically engaged people, is now under enormous pressure; many politicians who were trusted were involved in corruption scandals. What still fascinates and justifies committed solidarity today and with whom?