LAMS 252 Study Guide - Final Guide: Modern Art Week, Nationalization, Gerardo Machado
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Populism- the political movement tha characterized much of latin america from roughly 130 to 1965- based on mass electoral participation and pledged to address popular concerns. Hierarchical and directed from above by a charismatic leader. Relied largely on the working class, labor unions, middle classes, and industrial elites. Get lio vargas- president of brazil (1930-1945, 1951-1954)- played germany against the us, convinced us to replace german steel manufacturer krupp"s planned investment in a steel industry. Defeated presidential candidate who took power in a military coup in 1930, suspended congress, state legislatures and local governments and ruled by decrees. 1934 he staged elections and institued a new constitution , which nationalized banking and insurance. Emphasized industry and oversaw formation of the national oil industry. Formed the estado novo in 1937. gov became increasingly authoritarian. Created the ministry of labor to serve as the means by which the government dealt with the workers. Offered many reforms and new benefits for workers.
