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How Did Brazil's Constitution Change

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In 1824 the Constitution gave the Emperor Pedro the II wide control over governing institutions, such as the legislature and provincial governments and lasted until 1889. Pedro II was then overthrown because of corruption, and the abuse of power. And so the Republic of Brazil was formed. Throughout the Republic of Brazil's history their constitutions have changed throughout the years. When the republic was first formed their first constitution made in 1891 was very similar to the US. It established a presidential system and male universal rule of power. In 1930 a military revolt was led by Getulio vargas and he established a new government and constitution. A few years later in 1937 Getulio experienced a counter revolution and it forced him

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