Another week begins and the interviews on FlaTV continue. This Monday (27), it was Rodrigo Dunshee's turn, General and Legal Vice President, to speak on important topics for the Nation. Check it out below!

History at Flamengo

"I started going to Flamengo very early. My father was president. I made many friends. In 1992, I decided to actively participate in the club's life. I was elected vice-president of the Deliberative Council. We're talking about almost 30 years. I was very young, a lawyer, and I started working. I even chaired some sessions, and that was my beginning. I was re-elected. Later, I was a member of legal committees and the bylaws. In 1998, I was elected general vice-president of the club. Three months into my tenure, I ended up breaking with Edmundo. Then he was re-elected with Júlio Lopes and was impeached. I found it a huge disappointment. People use Flamengo, they deceive. It was a sad moment. I was a staunch opponent of this person in situations that I believed were unacceptable. In 2012, I participated in that moment. I greatly respect Landim; he has intelligence and tenacity. I'm learning a lot. I believe he's also learning from me. He was my client at the firm. We had a good relationship. I was elected vice-president of the Deliberative Council in 2012, and Delair was the president. When he left, I took over as president of the Deliberative Council, did a good job, and was elected president. When Landim announced his intention to run, I told him I wouldn't run against him. I'd gain more from being his vice president than anything else. Since I'm very experienced, I brought him a knowledge of Flamengo's ins and outs that he lacked. Although he's a highly prepared and distinguished individual, this partnership was crucial. We've had great successes and are happy with everything we've achieved."

Coronavirus pandemic

"At this moment, I can't foresee any definitive changes on our planet, in our country. We don't know how long the pandemic will last, we don't know if there will be a vaccine. People will need to be more careful, working from home more, and taking greater care with hygiene. I hope these issues are temporary and everything will be resolved. We have very advanced technology here and in other countries. Vaccines and medicines may come. I hope they don't cause severe changes to the planet from an economic standpoint. If they bring change, let it be for human improvement."

Impact on the club

"The impact on contracts and business relationships is inevitable and ongoing. People don't know how long the pandemic will last. Almost 90% of people are facing restrictions. Some sectors are operating, such as grocery stores and television. Those with money are preserving their cash flow to pay their inevitable obligations, such as employee salaries and basic bills. People are striving to preserve cash. This creates a domino effect. Employees do the same, trying to hold on. There have been many situations of non-payment, and even minor issues. What the law says: in cases of force majeure, you can ward off the effects of default. What does that mean? Early maturity. Fines, interest on arrears... these are the effects. In a situation like this, you ward off the effects of default. But that doesn't eliminate the obligation to pay. But some people are using force majeure to try to avoid fulfilling their obligations, as was the case with a Flamengo sponsor who canceled our contract. With Fluminense, Vasco... these football activities weren't back, and anyone who alleges this issue will likely face problems. 

Return of football

"We will certainly return. We are getting closer to that moment that everyone is waiting for. We are taking safety measures to protect the athletes. Soon, we will resume training, games behind closed doors, and games with fans."

Financial issues with the crisis

"Everyone has to work hard, including employees. Those who earn less suffer more. Landim will not fail to take this into account.

Tragedy at Vulture's Nest

"The club made a proposal appropriate to the situation. Flamengo doesn't have a budget. Flamengo spends a lot. The clubs' profit comes from titles. We made a proposal that's above other tragedies. We can provide monetary correction, but the base value should be the same for all families. It's not fair to the family that believed in Flamengo. We want to resolve the financial issue. We understand that the amount we gave to three families cannot be less than the others. It wouldn't be fair to the family that already made an agreement, that believed in Flamengo. I think the families that didn't make the agreement are missing an opportunity."

Statements by former president Bandeira de Mello

"We realize that the authorities left him in a delicate situation. We don't blame him. He may have personal interests as a candidate. He placed a responsibility on us that doesn't exist. He was opportunistic."