Author: Manoel Leonardo Santo Abstract: For at least twenty years, legislative studies in Brazil have produced robust explanations of the role of the legislature in the Brazilian political system. However, despite the accumulated knowledge on the subject, one aspect has been systematically ignored: the role of interest groups in the […]

Author: Carlos Henrique dos Santos Ruiz Abstract: The transition period of the Brazilian Military Dictatorship, known as the Political Opening, was not a monolithic process, as it was influenced by disputes and conflicts within society and the ruling bloc. In fact, the Military maintained control throughout the entire process, securing […]