Ricardo Kotscho (born in São Paulo on March 16, 1948) is a Brazilian journalist and author. He was awarded twice with the Esso Journalism Award[1] and twice with the Vladimir Herzog Award.[2] During his career, he worked in several major newspapers, magazines and TV channels, such as O Estado de S. Paulo, IstoÉ magazine, Folha de S. Paulo, Canal 21 of Rede Bandeirantes, SBT and CNT/Gazeta.[3] From 2003 to 2004, he served as the Secretary of Press and Divulgation of the Presidency of the Republic for Lula's government.[3] Nowadays, he is a Special Reporter for Brasileiros magazine.[4]