Juvenal Juvêncio
Brazilian politician and lawyer
Born
1934
92 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Brazil
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Served as a prominent lawyer and politician in Brazil. Juvêncio held the position of Deputy in the Federal Legislative Assembly. Engaged in significant legal and political activities. Participated actively in social and political issues throughout his career. Contributed to legislative processes and governance in Brazil. Also involved in local political initiatives.
Served as Deputy in the Federal Legislative Assembly
Participated in influential legislation
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