The announcement of the (Federal Supreme Court) began a series of tributes to the former president of the court. The first demonstrations took place in the plenary of the Supreme Court.
The president of the STF, said that the minister left his mark on the construction of Brazilian constitutional law. Barroso’s performance in the Supreme Court, says Fachin, produced “profound effects [que] will last for many generations to come.”
“We want your Excellency to know that your contribution to Brazilian democracy transcends votes and decisions. Your Excellency helped to build a more solid, more conscious constitutional culture, more committed to fundamental rights”, said Fachin.
“May his trajectory continue to inspire generations of jurists to love Law with ideals, to defend democracy with courage, and to seek justice with determination”, he added.
Minister Gilmar Mendes also expressed support for Barroso’s decision. The two were involved in arguments in court in 2018, with accusations on both sides.
“You are a bit of psychopathy,” said Barroso to Gilmar. “Life for Your Excellency is to offend people. What is your idea? What is your proposal? Your Excellency is a shame, it is a dishonor to the court. Your Excellency, alone, demoralizes the court. You are always after some interest other than that of Justice”, said Barroso at the time.
“I don’t hold any regrets”, said Gilmar this Thursday (9). “A big hug, be happy.”
Minister Flávio Dino wrote on social media that the STF loses the talent of a great minister in the plenary. “He will continue to be a reference for us, as one of the most erudite, innovative and productive Brazilian constitutionalists”, he added.
