Espaço Para Falar e Refletir

Between the Parade and Eternity: Why We Choose to be a "Family in Preserve" The 2026 Carnival season brought more than just rhythm and feathers to the streets; it brought a clear attempt to satirize and label the lifestyle of the Christian and conservative family. On one hand, parades used political tributes as a pretext to criticize what they call the "damages of the family in preserve." On the other, analysts and faith leaders are trying to figure out why the Christian public feels increasingly disconnected from the narratives proposed by the festivities and traditional politics. While the carnival script parades its allegories, colors, and satires filled with irony about us "conservatives," here we are… with a new label. And honestly, if they’re going to call us "preserves," let’s make sure we are well-labeled. Preserving Means Caring, Not Discarding Let’s be honest: every preserve has a noble purpose. Nobody preserves something they intend to...