Thomas E. Skidmore's Politics in Brazil: 1930-1964 An Experiment in Democracy, a secondary source originally compiled in 1967 and reprinted in 1973, provides an in-depth explanation of modern Brazilian political society and an account of the “ rapid social and economic changes that have transformed Brazil since 1930.”16 This source was written with the aim of offering in-depth insight into the replacement of a dictatorial government with a democratic one in this South American country during the mid-nineteenth century. Skidmore states that “economic policy decisions raise big political questions.”17 These questions, in turn, must be addressed with innovative ideas in government policy. The values ​​of this book lie in Skidmore's deep understanding of the historical development of Latin America, particularly Brazil, and in his subjective tone of writing, which limits the prejudices that may be developed by readers. It offers a comprehensive explanation for the rise of democracy in Brazil and, therefore, the role of the founding of the new capital in Brasilia. Another quality that makes this book a reliable source are the author's various references to primary sources and detailed footnotes with in-depth explanations of the events described. The validity of Skidmore's work can be demonstrated with the comprehensive list and descriptions of policies and key figures supported by historical data and quotes in the back of the book. A significant limitation in Skimore's work, but one that benefits the argument discussed in this article, the emphasis is on “attention to the pressure exerted by politicians to find a satisfactory economic development strategy…”18 This means that his book is not a complete history of Brazil in the twentieth century, ..... .center of paper ...from the thriving coastal city of Rio de Janeiro to the brand new inland development of Brasilia, it is understood that these factors were in fact the main contributors to the democratization of Brazil. One of the fundamental principles of democracy is the equal representation of all governed subjects. By moving the capital within the country, many internal cultural prejudices would have diminished, and the new government would have been able to appeal to a larger part of the masses, or the “typical” Brazilian. Kubitschek came to power in a state of chaos, facing the consequences of an oppressive dictatorship, and managed to unite the people through his efforts to create a democracy. Nationalism, determination and confidence were the main forces driving his strategy and, as Skidmore claims, he succeeded in fulfilling his promise of “fifty years of progress in five years”..”31