[BEST OF] Chilean Coup of 1973: Salvador Allende, Augusto Pinochet, & the CIA
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Kissinger's Chile: Democracy Undermined
This chapter critically examines U.S. foreign policy during Salvador Allende's rise to power in Chile, spotlighting Henry Kissinger's disdain for democratic processes and his imperialistic views. It highlights the intersection of racism and colonialism in the U.S. approach towards Latin America and details the reactions of the Chilean elite and military against Allende. The narrative also reflects on grassroots mobilization among the Chilean people while addressing the disconnect between popular movements and the hesitant actions of their leaders, culminating in the 1973 coup.
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