The presidency of Jânio Quadros in the light of contemporary debates on populism
populismo during the Jânio Quadros presidency; ideational populism; populism as a political style; populism measurement.
The following text presents a study of populism during the Jânio Quadros presidency (01/31/1961 - 08/25/1961). The main purpose is to offer an analysis of that leadership in the specific period of his presidency, according to contemporary debates on populism. First, the terms of the current debate on populism are put forward and also the concept of ideational populism and populism as style, which will be used, are explained. Second, the methods for applying these concept are explained, with emphasis on the analysis of populist discourse, aesthetics and strategy. Thirdly, an analysis of the historical period of the nearly seven months of Jânio Quadros' presidency is carried out according to the methods presented. The final section contains the results achieved in the research.