Throughout my travels here in Brazil, I have learned that there are some things about this culture that occur as sure as the sun rising in the East. One, their coffee is strong, delicious, and you will find it anywhere, anytime. Two, beans and rice are served at lunch, and it is de-lish-ous. Three, the second someone finds out you are American, you will be asked your opinion on The Man, O Presidente, Mr. George W. Bush.
As some of you may know, Latin Americans are unafraid to bring up the subject of politics, domestic or foreign. And everyone wants to know what you think about Bush. They already have their opinion, and quite possibly have talked about the subject more amongst themselves than you have in the States. I think maybe they are trying to find someone who likes him. I am pretty sure most American travelers who like Bush (anyone?) have learned to say the opposite, simply to avoid having to defend such a position. I have met one Latin American who said he respects Bush because he doesn't tolerate dictators. He then had about 5 family members heckling him and giving him their own opinions. Politics is interesting in Latin America with such turbulent and colored histories. Someone told me the other day Brazil has 27 political parties. 27! I think it sucks to have to choose between two, but 27!? That might be worse. In any event, politics is a hot subject down here, but at the end of the discussion, Latin Americans know how to be family or friends despite differences of opinion. So if any of you are planning on traveling at all in Lating America, study up on the language, bring a camera, and be prepared to share your opinion on the man in the big white house.
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