The Giant has Awaken (#oGiganteAcordou)

Hello everyone, I am back! Before I start talking about the protest that is going on in Brazil, I want to give you guys some updates of the amazing things that have been happening in my life.

When I start working for Xenfi, Inc., I began writing this blog for fun, to share my internship experiences, advices that could help other students succeed in college, and some updates on what is going on in the world. Through my latest post on “Three Tips to Land the Internship You Want”, I been approached by a person that work at MyEdu and have received the great opportunity to be a student blogger for them. Their blog is called The Halls and I will now be sharing my experiences and tips about college through them. I will be still writing for this blog and updating you all on my latest post at MyEdu and Xenfi. 

Now about the protest that is going on in Brazil. I believe is very easy to understand if you come from a developing country where corruption, impunity, poverty, and education are among the population’s biggest problems. I have been so proud of my country right now for standing up for their rights and showing our corrupted government that we will not tolerate these types of things anymore. Brazil has spent twice as much money for the 2014 World Cup than all the last three World Cups combined. They want to pass a law called PEC 37 that will allow the deputy’s to keep matters private whenever they see fit, so agencies that monitor the government cannot hold them accountable for their actions. In addition, they tried to raise 20 cents on public transportation. However, this action didn’t see the day light thanks to proud Brazilians who went to the streets and protested for their rights.

I always loved my country but today I am the proudest Brazilian ever. My greatest concerned is, after all this has passed and the election comes by again, will we repeat the same mistakes? This protest has blown out of proportion due to the amount of attention directed to Brazil, but when that attention is gone will we make the right decisions? I wish as a Brazilian that we realize our mistakes and from now on start making better choices, not only that but keep the people who we elect accountable for their promises and actions.

No more being “OK” with the fact that our government is corrupt, no more electing uneducated people as our deputy’s, no more allowing yourself to be blind folded by the media. Stand out and make a difference! Go to the streets (#vemprarua) and show your patriotism! Just keep in mind whenever the elections come by, get involved and remember the things we’ve been through and choose someone that is prepared to change this country for better and keep them accountable for their actions.

O Gigante Acordou... Let’s fight for our rights Brazil!

If you want more information click on the link and watch this great video... Why you should not go to the World Cup.

See you all next time… Tchau!!