Sabrina Fernandes

Sabrina Fernandes, a Brazilian economic sociologist and head of research at the Alameda Institute, discusses Lula's complex presidency. She highlights early successes in reducing Amazon deforestation and the challenges posed by powerful agribusiness interests. Sabrina delves into land inequality, the tensions between development and environmental protection, and the impact of policies on family farming. She also critiques Brazil's mixed signals while hosting COP30, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms and a focus on legislative battles ahead of the 2026 elections.