A Pivotal Election in Taiwan and a Guatemala Inauguration that Almost Didn't Happen
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A Pivotal Inauguration and the Democratic Awakening in Guatemala
This chapter recounts the intense 24 hours leading up to the inauguration of anti-corruption campaigner Bernardo Arevalo, including attempts to derail his path to the presidency. It highlights the formation of a coalition between young urban progressives and rural indigenous communities, ultimately leading to a reformist president. The chapter ends with a celebration of overcoming obstacles and the hope for the future.
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