Liberal politician, interventionist policymaker: Oswaldo Aranha’s Economic Thought

Oswaldo Aranha was one of the most famous and prestigious Brazilian politicians 20th century. Known for presiding UN session when State Israel created, had an important role in politics during first half Even though he held a bachelor’s degree Law, to deal with various economic issues along his political career. This paper aims analyze ideas, arguing that despite liberal influences, became interventionist policymaker Getúlio Vargas’s administrations. We argue experience as Ambassador Washington played central changes ideological positions ideas