João Goulart

João Goulart was a Brazilian politician who served as the President of Brazil from 1961 until he was overthrown in a military coup in 1964. A member of the Brazilian Labor Party, he advocated for social reforms and economic changes, which made him popular among many working-class Brazilians but controversial among conservative sectors. His presidency faced significant political and economic challenges, including hyperinflation and social unrest. Goulart's removal marked the beginning of a military dictatorship in Brazil that lasted for over two decades, significantly impacting the country's political landscape and civil rights.