Marco Maciel facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Marco Maciel
22nd Vice President of Brazil
In office January 1, 1995 – December 31, 2002
President	Fernando Henrique Cardoso
Preceded by	Itamar Franco
Succeeded by	José Alencar
Other political positions Senator for Pernambuco In office February 1, 2003 – February 1, 2011 In office February 1, 1983 – December 15, 1994 Chief of Staff of the Presidency In office February 14, 1986 – April 30, 1987 President José Sarney Preceded by José Hugo Castelo Branco Succeeded by Ronaldo Costa Couto Minister of Education In office March 15, 1985 – February 14, 1986 President José Sarney Preceded by Esther de Figueiredo Ferraz Succeeded by Jorge Bornhausen 45th Governor of Pernambuco In office March 15, 1979 – May 15, 1982 Vice Governor Roberto Magalhães Preceded by Moura Cavalcanti Succeeded by José Muniz Ramos President of the Chamber of Deputies In office February 28, 1977 – February 2, 1979 Preceded by Célio Borja Succeeded by Flávio Marcílio Federal Deputy for Pernambuco In office February 1, 1971 – February 1, 1979 State Deputy of Pernambuco In office February 1, 1967 – February 1, 1971
Personal details
Born	(1940-07-21) July 21, 1940 (age 84) Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
Died	12 June 2021(2021-06-12) (aged 80)
Political party	ARENA (1966–1979) PDS (1980–1984) PFL (1985–2007) DEM (2007–present)
Spouse	Anna Maria Ferreira ​ (m. 1966)​
Parents	José do Rego Maciel Carmen Sílvia Cavalcanti
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Marco Antônio de Oliveira Maciel (born on July 21, 1940 – died on June 12, 2021) was an important Brazilian politician. He was a lawyer and also taught law. He is best known for serving as the 22nd Vice President of Brazil.

He held this high office from January 1, 1995, to December 31, 2002. During this time, he worked closely with President Fernando Henrique Cardoso. They ran for election together in both 1994 and 1998. Marco Maciel was also one of the people who helped start the PFL political party. He was married to Ana Maria Maciel and they had three sons. He was a Roman Catholic. Marco Maciel passed away on June 12, 2021.

Marco Maciel's Political Journey

Marco Maciel had a long and active career in Brazilian politics. He served in many different roles, helping to shape the country. His journey began in his home state of Pernambuco.

Early Political Steps

Marco Maciel started his political career as a state deputy. This means he was elected to represent the people of Pernambuco in their state assembly.

• State Deputy of Pernambuco: He served from February 1, 1967, to February 1, 1971.

After his time as a state deputy, he moved on to national politics. He became a federal deputy, representing Pernambuco in the national Chamber of Deputies.

• Federal Deputy for Pernambuco: He held this position from February 1, 1971, to February 1, 1979.

Leading the Chamber of Deputies

While serving as a federal deputy, Marco Maciel was chosen for a very important role. He became the President of the Chamber of Deputies. This is like being the leader of one of the main parts of Brazil's parliament.

• President of the Chamber of Deputies: He served from February 28, 1977, to February 2, 1979.

Governor of Pernambuco

After his time in the Chamber of Deputies, Marco Maciel returned to his home state. He was elected as the 45th Governor of Pernambuco. As governor, he was in charge of leading the state government.

• Governor of Pernambuco: He served from March 15, 1979, to May 15, 1982. During this time, Roberto Magalhães was his Vice Governor.

National Government Roles

Marco Maciel also held important positions in the national government. These roles involved working closely with the President of Brazil.

Minister of Education

He served as the Minister of Education under President José Sarney. In this role, he was responsible for Brazil's education system.

• Minister of Education: He held this office from March 15, 1985, to February 14, 1986.

Chief of Staff of the Presidency

Later, he became the Chief of Staff of the Presidency. This is a very powerful position. The Chief of Staff helps the President manage the daily operations of the government.

• Chief of Staff of the Presidency: He served from February 14, 1986, to April 30, 1987, also under President José Sarney.

Serving as a Senator

Marco Maciel also served multiple terms as a Senator for Pernambuco. Senators represent their states in the Federal Senate, which is another important part of Brazil's parliament.

• Senator for Pernambuco: He served two terms as a Senator.
  • The first term was from February 1, 1983, to December 15, 1994.
  • The second term was from February 1, 2003, to February 1, 2011.

Vice President of Brazil

His most well-known role was as the Vice President of Brazil. He served for two terms alongside President Fernando Henrique Cardoso. As Vice President, he was ready to take over if the President could not perform their duties. He also carried out special tasks given by the President.

• Vice President of Brazil: He served from January 1, 1995, to December 31, 2002.

Political Parties Marco Maciel Belonged To

Throughout his career, Marco Maciel was a member of several political parties:

• ARENA (1966–1979)
• PDS (1980–1984)
• PFL (1985–2007)
• DEM (2007–present)

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  Marco Maciel's signature

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