The election is coming at a time of real economic turmoil. Who do voters think can best solve the problem? Initially, the traditional center-right opposition known as Huntos Borrellt-Amio was in the lead. One of the main candidates is called Orazioro Rodriguez-Laretta, who's the mayor of Buenos Aires.
For decades, leftist policies first espoused by Juan Perón have dominated the country’s politics. But as electioneering begins it is clear that rampant inflation is driving voters away from Peronism and toward the populist right. We examine why big American retailers see opportunity in providing primary health care (9:33). And our annual list of the world’s most liveable cities (15:38).
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