Brazilian Deputy's Reborn Doll Speech Sparks Debate on Child Abandonment

Deputies' Plenary Session: An Unexpected Appeal with a Reborn Doll Brazil's Chamber of Deputies witnessed an unusual event on May 20, 2025. Federal Deputy Pastor Sargento Isidório (Avante-BA) delivered a speech while holding a reborn doll. His speech addressed two issues: the right of individuals to own and enjoy reborn dolls, and the urgent need to address the problem of child abandonment in Brazil. "I am here with my granddaughter, the reborn doll," Isidório stated, using the doll to illustrate his point. He continued, advocating for those who collect these dolls, stating that owning them is "not a sin." However, he immediately shifted his focus, emphasizing the plight of neglected children: "We must not forget our children, made of flesh and bone, who have feelings, spirit, and soul. Many are abandoned, hungry, and cold, found in the streets." Isidório's use of the doll created a stark contrast, highlighting the disparity between the care given to inanimate objects and the neglect suffered by real children. The incident generated significant public discussion, prompting conversations about social issues and political expression. The video of the event went viral, underscoring the power of unexpected actions to draw attention to important social concerns. The deputy's dual message served as a poignant reminder of the need for both individual freedoms and social responsibility.