Michael Schellenberger

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8/4/2025, 4:08:18 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
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“Because we have already lived through dictatorships, and we don’t want any more.”

This is a portrait of a judiciary turned into a political weapon.

Jailing people for opinions, censoring critics, and spying on citizens is something no democracy tolerates.

Last week, President
Michael Shellenberger
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“A distortion typical of authoritarian regimes”

Legal experts are unanimous: the STF and TSE broke all legal boundaries.

Marco Aurélio Mello, former Supreme Court Justice, called Moraes’ power grab “nefarious.” and the Jan 8 sentences “disproportionate.” Said Mello, “I cannot
Michael Shellenberger
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28d
“Can I reach out to partners?”

Later on March 3, Kusahara wrote, “I’m going to pass on an instruction from the Justice: Ask Eduardo to check whether they’ve participated in any WhatsApp or Telegram groups about the coup.”

In an effort to comply, Tagliaferro asked if he could
Michael Shellenberger
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28d
“Does the team have the women’s positive reports handy so I can print and show them to the Justice?”

The group’s messages make it clear that Moraes dictated their activities. On March 8, 2023, the STF made headlines by announcing the release of 149 women on International Women’s
Michael Shellenberger
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28d
“We can’t afford to sit around philosophizing.”

Sources close to the investigation revealed that Moraes' representative, Kusahara, “basically told the judges what to do,” despite holding no official position in the court.

Kusahara left no doubt that the purpose of the operation
Michael Shellenberger
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28d
A “shameful stain on the Supreme Court”

Ademir Domingos Pinto da Silva, a 54-year-old street vendor from southern Brazil, wasn’t even present at the January 8 riots. He arrived later that night at the military camp in Brasília to sell flags and T-shirts. Police blocked him from

The statement and its context engage in public discourse by addressing concerns about judicial actions and democratic principles in Brazil. It critiques the judiciary's role and actions, suggesting they are politically motivated and authoritarian.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement raises concerns about potential harm caused by judicial actions, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects privacy by not disclosing personal information but critiques public figures and institutions, which is within the bounds of public discourse. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding and awareness of potential democratic issues, aligning with this principle. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    It engages in criticism of judicial actions, which can be seen as constructive if intended to provoke dialogue and reform. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to highlight issues of public concern, potentially contributing to societal betterment. [+1]