ocr: Brazil is a democratic federal: republic with: 27 regional parliaments and a national congress. In 1993, Brazilians voted to retain directly elected presidents. Main Political Issues Controlling intlation The military regime's ditticulties with the economy were the main reason for: its withdrawal from politics in 1988. Tackling hyperintlation, which is currently running at over 40% a: month, remains the main concern of the civilian government. Redrafting the constitution The 1988 constitution, detailing promises for a better future, has proved to be unworkable in practice. The state cannot aff ...
