The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie
Marcos Falcone: Can a Libertarian Still Win in Argentina?
Oct 27, 2023
The podcast discusses the surprising success of the libertarian candidate in Argentina's primaries and the challenges he faces against the established political elite. They explore the cult of personality surrounding Peron and media control in Argentina. They also address the shortage of libertarian women and concerns of election fraud. The hosts discuss Reason's approach to libertarian messaging and the rise of a political figure called Millet. They also explore the intersection of libertarianism and the abortion debate in Argentina.
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- Javier Malay's campaign focused on slashing government, abolishing the central bank, and dollarizing the economy, but challenges to implementing these plans exist.
- Concerns have been raised about Javier Malay's leadership style and potential actions, including resorting to authoritarian measures, but the strength of Argentine institutions suggests limited impact.
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Malay's Surprising Performance in Argentina's Primaries
Javier Malay, a self-described libertarian candidate for Argentina's presidency, achieved a surprising first-place finish in the primaries. However, in the recent presidential election, he finished second behind Sergio Massa, a candidate from the Peronist political movement. Neither candidate reached the threshold to become president, resulting in a head-to-head rematch on November 19th. Monetary policy, fear campaigns, and opposition tactics played a role in the election outcome.
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