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In a Christmas message broadcast on a national network, the President of the Republic, Jair Bolsonaro (without a party), affirmed that the actions to combat covid-19 implemented by his government have made Brazil a benchmark for other countries. The president cited as an example emergency aid and loans granted to micro-businesses. But he did not speak of the national vaccination campaign, which has been the target of criticism. Other Latin American countries have already received doses of immunizers against the new coronavirus and have begun to vaccinate.
“Various measures were taken, such as emergency aid, credit to micro-businesses, and with that, we saved millions of jobs. In health, there was no shortage of equipment. These actions have helped Brazil move forward and become a benchmark for others. countries, ”said the president, along with first lady Michelle Bolsonaro.
Shortly before the statement was released, Bolsonaro said, in a weekly live on social media, that he believes there is “some hysteria” regarding the travel restrictions imposed to contain the pandemic. On other occasions, he had already downplayed the disease, calling it “cold sores,” for example, and measures to combat the pandemic.
In the recording shown on national television, the president thanked the health professionals who worked to help people infected by the coronavirus. “Our efforts focused on preserving lives and jobs. The economy and health go hand in hand.”
In the end, he sent a message to the victims’ families. “I have special sympathy for the families who lost their loved ones that year, may God comfort the hearts of all. And that in 2021 we will continue together.”
Then the First Lady wished them a Merry Christmas. “A year ago we were planning our actions for 2020, but our plans were interrupted by a pandemic,” he said. “We appreciate the unity and efforts of our volunteers in various areas, especially those who were on the front lines.”
