In fact, she plans to run for office in her home state of Santa Catarina in the 2002 elections. I know it may be too soon, considering I've spent so many years abroad, but I think I can make it eventually.
Some Brazilian officials seem to agree.
On March 16, Antonio Carlos Magalhaes, president of the Brazilian Congress, will honor Remor for an award-winning paper on Brazilian politics. Remor received third place in a national essay contest celebrating the 500th year since the Portuguese landed in Brazil. The contest is sponsored by a government think tank, Instituto Tancredo Neves, which asked participants to address the economic, political and social issues affecting Brazil at the turn of the century. This is a very noteworthy accomplishment, considering only three student papers were honored. We believe she has great promise and is the kind of person that can make a difference.