Abstract
This article investigates the relationship between the theoretical constructions of Fernando Henrique Cardoso and the main projects carried out decades later by President FHC. The hypothesis is confirmed that, except for the differences inherent to the different functions and different contexts, there is considerable continuity between the proposals developed by the theorist and the one carried out by the politician in terms of the development project. In order to verify these relationships, a bibliographic analysis of some of the author's main works is carried out, followed by an analysis of important government instruments, such as the government plan, the State Reform project and various constitutional amendments. A reflection on the relationship between theory and political change permeates the analysis, concluding by identifying the importance of conducting theoretical studies for a proper understanding of the political-institutional reality.
Keywords:
Development; Dependency; Bourgeoisie; Patrimonialism; Gerencialism