Eduardo Paes thanked for the expressions of affection and support he said he had received since the previous day. He stated that he was sad for not being able to do more for the state and the population but said he was at peace considering that he had fulfilled his duty. Paes referred to a passage from *Depoimento*, by Carlos Lacerda, to describe how he felt, suggesting that the reader replace "president" with "governor." The passage, according to him, contrasted the attraction to a public office with the satisfaction of living in freedom. Paes also stated that he had dedicated more than 30 years to Rio and its population, with deliveries and recognition, and said he felt gratitude and joy. Finally, he informed that he would start reading the first volume of Lacerda's biography, written by Mario Magalhães. #Gratidão #RioDeJaneiro #História (translated)

