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In El Salvador a Cold Case Murder Has Become a Weapon for Silencing Environmental Activists

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El Salvador: A Struggle for Power and Rights

This chapter examines the political upheaval in El Salvador following Nayib Bukele's rise to power, focusing on his harsh measures against gang violence. It highlights the significant drop in crime rates juxtaposed with the erosion of democratic institutions and the suppression of dissent, particularly against environmental activists. Through personal narratives and expert insights, the chapter reveals the human cost of Bukele's authoritarian governance amid a declared state of emergency.

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