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Dangerous Populism: El Salvador's Leadership Crisis

This chapter explores the controversial move by El Salvador's leader to eliminate presidential term limits, raising critical questions about the impact on democracy and governance. It highlights the blend of populism and authoritarianism, characterized by military reliance and admiration from both citizens and officials across Latin America. The discussion also touches on potential electoral irregularities and the implications of these trends for democratic stability in the region.

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