Movimento dos trabalhadores rurais sem terra - princípios, características, organização e formas de luta

Abstract

This article aims to describe the main features of the Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra, and intends to address the socio-economic, historical and political-ideological origins of the movement, its principles, its organization and the main forms of struggle employed. To do so, bibliographical research on the topic under discussion was performed, describing and analyzing the opinions of its authors. Important scholars who have addressed the subject were consulted, with particular emphasis on contemporary authors. At the end, we conclude that despite the difficulties faced by this movement continues in its historic struggle for agrarian reform and remains as an important interlocutor with the government.