Minister of AGU recites poetry by Adélia Prado, using it to spell "Zema," in presence of Lula during event in Mariana.
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Getting down to business in Mariana's Central Region, Minas Gerais, Attorney General Jorge Messias took a jab at absent Governor Romeu Zema during an event with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The event celebrated the progress of the Rio Doce Agreement, focusing on the aftermath of the Samarco dam breach in 2015.
Messias, referencing the location's historic significance, quoted a line from Adélia Prado's poem 'Windows', saying: "Oh window with latch, thief's game, skylight in my soul, eye in my heart." He characterized Zema, citing a 2023 interview, as ignorant of Prado, who hailed from Divinópolis, birthplace of the now-celebrated poet.
"Adélia Prado is life. Window is life," Messias concluded, earning applause from the audience.
President Lula's Sojourn
Accompanied by ministers and first lady Janja da Silva, Lula disclosed plans for investments in Minas Gerais and the Espírito Santo. These included the rollout of the Program for Income Transfer (PTR) for family farmers and fishermen affected and an estimated R$200 million allocation for the construction of Mariana's University Hospital.
Literary Gem Adélia Prado
Adélia Prado, a remarkable Brazilian poet, novelist, and playwright, born on December 13, 1935, in Divinópolis, Minas Gerais, made her mark in both the literary world and the broader cultural and social landscape of Minas Gerais.
Literary Achievements
- Transcendent Poetry: Her unique ability to blend mysticism with everyday life in her works offered a powerful and enduring voice resonating with themes of identity, family, and spirituality[3].
- Late Bloomer: A remarkable feat, given societal norms, she started writing publicly at age 40, demonstrating a deep understanding of the human condition[3].
Political and Cultural Impact in Minas Gerais
- Intelligent Social Critique: Although not overtly political, her poetry delicately touched on issues that critiqued societal norms and the status quo. For instance, her exploration of gender roles and commentary on meritocratic values provided a nuanced perspective on social issues[3].
- Rich Cultural Representation: As a signifier of Minas Gerais's cultural heritage, she contributed significantly to its literary and cultural identity.
- Empowering Female Voice: Her work offered a strong feminine voice, challenging traditional roles and offering a vision of empowerment through her writing[3].
Adélia Prado's influence extends beyond politics, mainly due to her cultural impact and the subtle social commentary scattered in her poetry. She enriches Minas Gerais's cultural tapestry with her profound, deeply personal, and empowering poetry, influencing both literary circles and broader societal discussions.
- In the realm of education-and-self-development and personal-growth, Adélia Prado, a poet from Minas Gerais, serves as an inspiration, showcasing the power of perseverance and late blooming, having started her literary career at the age of 40.
- The political landscape of Minas Gerais, particularly in the context of war-and-conflicts and general-news, has been subtly influenced by Prado, whose poetry delicately critiques societal norms and status quo, offering a nuanced perspective on social issues.
- Crime-and-justice, during the investigation into the Samarco dam breach in 2015, and the subsequent discussions about the aftermath, have been impacted by the poetic words of Adélia Prado, whose metaphorical reference to 'Windows' served as a poignant critique of ignorance and oversight in positions of power.
