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Executive Order wrote:By he authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of Brazil, it is hereby ordered as followed;

1. The Federal Department of Public Security will open an investigation into the death of Emílio Garrastazu Medici. This investigation will have full cooperation from the Brazilian government and military to determine culpability in this crime.

2. Once completed, the results of this investigation will be presented to the President of Brazil, the Minister of War, and the Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs. These results will be kept secret and only disseminated to the Brazilian Congress and Public upon approval and will of the President.

It is my hope that this grisly matter can be swiftly concluded, and those responsible brought to justice.

Presidential Press Release wrote:People of Brazil, it is with a heavy heart that I must announce the death of the honorable mayor of Petrolina, Honório Santana. His body was recovered outside the town, executed by the bandits responsible for his abduction.

I do not blame the military for this failure. They sent in their best men, and devoted every effort to rescuing Santana from those who had abducted him. It was the army who was let down by this nation, by a government unable to provide them the support that they needed to do their jobs correctly and to protect the citizens of this nation. We failed, because of those who would see the military's ability to defend Brazil hamstrung for their own selfish political agenda.

We must do better.

This government will not concede to bandits and criminals. We will not treat with those who use terror and murder as their political tools. We will not let ourselves be cowed into submission by the arms of a handful of radicals. Lampião and his band will be found and brought to the justice that they deserve for this despicable act, Santana shall be avenged, and I ask that those who value law, order, and the safety of all Brazilians support the government in enacting the reforms needed to ensure that the military can put an end to his reign of terror once and for all.

There are those who would see us not succeed, who would see these bandits claim all control from the government in some mistaken belief that their political agenda is one they should aspire to accomplish. They are mistaken. The only way to restore Brazil to a nation which can stand proudly in the eyes of the world, is to make a nation that can defend its people, and where no one need live in fear of lawbreakers and criminals.

Together, we shall triumph. Thank you.

Official Presidential Communique to Fordlandia Quilombo wrote:To, the leaders of the Fordlandia Quilombo

Gentlemen, no one appreciates the effort that you have put in than I. Where there is injustice we must be prepared to struggle to right a situation that exploits those who have worked and struggled to get by with the sweat from their brow and the blood from their bones. You have seen a situation needing redress, and you acted. Through your action you were able to achieve success, to implement the reforms that you believed were needed and to make your lives better. That is a noble accomplishment, one to be honored.

But now you have stepped too far, and become blinded by your success. You got what you were trying to earn, but in turn those who believed you were dealing in good faith have found themselves with nothing to show for it. Those who were supposed to represent you took what they wanted and left the Ford Company out in the cold, a move that does little to show the good nature of the Brazilian people. If you continue to refuse to honor the deal that was made when you received your concessions, then there is no guarantee that you will keep them should the passage of time result in a less amicable resolution of this situation than you might prefer.

I urge you now. Remove the radical militants in your midst who would mislead you with lies and visions of a world that cannot be. Return to work and restore control to the Ford Company as you promised that you would do. The Brazilian government will do its' utmost to ensure the concessions you were given are kept. We can make no such guarantee if you refuse.

I hope you make the right choice.

Presidential Press Release wrote:In the aftermath of the investigation into the death of Lieutenant Medici, and the revelation that the government was involved in this accidental death, it is clear that the current operation of our security forces is lacking and must be addressed. The government has heard the calls of the people, and will do what must be done to address this issue while ensuring the safety of the Brazilian people in our day and age.

President Washington is pleased to announce the creation of the National Committee for Public Safety Reform. Its purpose is twofold. Firstly, it will look into the operations of the Department of Political and Social Order and delineate a comprehensive plan for reform of the Department to increase accountability and transparency, while still allowing it to be effective. It will also develop additional methods of cooperation between the various branches of Brazilian law enforcement to further support the ability of the government to protect the citizens of our nation.

This nonpartisan committee will be comprised of thirty individuals at the behest of the President, notable individuals with experience in law, police, politics, and other relevant areas who can contribute to the process of accomplishing the goal of the Committee. They will have the support of the Federal Government, and will convene within the next few games to begin work.

President Washington has voiced his support for this committee and the work that they do, citing its importance for the people of Brazil. We trust that they will find our faith well founded, and hope that the people of Brazil will give them their support.