a cartoon character with a beard and white shirt sits at a table.

Zé Pretinho was a character known to everyone in the small town of Presidente Medici. His nickname came not only from the color of his skin, but also from his huge heart, always ready to help anyone in need. He was a beloved figure, always involved in social and community causes.In Presidente Medici, as in many interior cities, transportation for sick patients was a major problem. Many were unable to pay for private ambulances, and the public service was often insufficient to meet demand. Zé Pretinho, sensitive to this situation, decided that something needed to be done.He found out about the possibility of getting a parliamentary amendment to buy a van specially adapted for transporting sick patients.Without hesitation, Zé Pretinho dove headfirst into this project. He was no stranger to bureaucracy and challenges, but his persistence was unwavering. He visited parliamentarians' offices, presented his project with passion and conviction, and obtained the support of a state deputy who was touched by the cause.