Gang Violence and Democratic Dilemmas in El Salvador

This chapter explores the El Salvadoran government's drastic measures to combat gang violence, shining a light on the tension between community safety and personal freedoms. It discusses the political ramifications of these actions, including concerns about the erosion of democratic principles and the justification of collateral damage in the name of national change. The episode also considers the implications of these policies on regional politics and the relationship with the United States amidst changing immigration dynamics.

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