Romeu Zema: In fact, the last two mayors were removed from office.
Romeu Zema: They were removed amid suspicions of fraud and involvement with organized crime.
The factions infiltrated city hall through patronage appointments.
Romeu Zema: They carried out the notorious 'rachadinha' scheme and diverted tens of millions of reais.
Romeu Zema: The pattern that Brazilians already know.