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MPMG withdraws from tribute to Tallis Gomes after protests over controversial phrase

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The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais canceled the award of the Joaquim Cabral Netto Prosecutor Commendation to businessman Tallis Gomes after protests by a group of women against his statement 'God free me from a female CEO'.
Gomes stated that he respects the protest and lives in a democratic country, while the MPMG cited demonstrations and recent events related to the honoree as the reason for the decision.

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Tallis Gomes became famous after declaring 'God forbid a female CEO' in response to a question on Instagram about whether he would be engaged if his wife was the CEO of a large company. The statement generated repercussions on social media and was criticized for being considered sexist.

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The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais withdrew from the tribute to businessman Tallis Gomes, who became known for the statement "God free me from a female CEO".

The ceremony, with the awarding of the Joaquim Cabral Netto Prosecutor Commendation to the businessman, was scheduled for Friday (11).

However, Gomes says that a spokesperson for the Public Ministry warned that it would be better to cancel the tribute after protests.

"There was a protest from a group of women, which is legitimate. I am very grateful, but I have no problem with the cancellation of the delivery. On the contrary, for now, in theory, we live in a democratic country", said the businessman.

“The protest of those who felt uncomfortable is super valid,” said Gomes.

To the Panel, the Public Ministry decided not to grant the commendation "considering recent manifestations and facts related to the honoree".

"The MPMG reiterates its commitment to the institutional values that guide its actions and to respecting the dignity of all people", says the organization, in a note.

The necklace is given annually to individuals or legal entities who have provided relevant services to the organization in their area of activity.

Born in Carangola, Gomes, founder of Easy Taxi and co-founder of G4 Educação, says he is a victim of "lies" and "harmful narratives" given the repercussions of a post he posted on social media.

At the time, he reacted with the phrase "God forbid a female CEO" in a post on Instagram, when answering the question "if your wife was the CEO of a big company, would you two be engaged?".

What to Watch

AI outlook — possibilities, not facts

The MPMG may review its criteria for granting commendations in order to avoid paying tributes to figures involved in public controversies
Possible · Within months
Tallis Gomes may refrain from making controversial statements on social media or adopt a more cautious stance in his public communications
Possible · Within weeks

Open Questions

What were the 'recent facts related to the honoree' cited by MPMG as the reason for the cancellation?
Was the protest organized by a specific entity or was it spontaneous?
Will there be another attempt to pay tribute to Tallis Gomes in the future?

MPMG withdraws from tribute to Tallis Gomes after protests over controversial phrase

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The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais canceled the award of the Joaquim Cabral Netto Prosecutor Commendation to businessman Tallis Gomes after protests by a group of women against his statement 'God free me from a female CEO'.
Gomes stated that he respects the protest and lives in a democratic country, while the MPMG cited demonstrations and recent events related to the honoree as the reason for the decision.