Manuel Meléndez-Sánchez
PhD candidate in Political Science at Harvard University who has written about Bukele on Lawfare. Discusses El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on gangs and democracy.
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Jun 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
Lawfare Archive: El Salvador’s President Cracks Down on Gangs—and Democracy
Manuel Meléndez-Sánchez, a Harvard PhD candidate in Political Science, delves into President Nayib Bukele's controversial crackdown on gangs in El Salvador. He discusses the delicate balance between public safety and civil liberties amidst increasing authoritarianism. The conversation highlights Bukele's rising popularity despite significant human rights abuses and explores his appeal to American right-wing politicians. Meléndez-Sánchez analyzes the long-term implications for democracy, drawing parallels with historical political dynamics in Latin America.
Mar 22, 2025 • 1h 6min
Lawfare Archive: El Salvador’s President Cracks Down on Gangs—and Democracy
Manuel Meléndez-Sánchez, a Harvard PhD candidate specializing in El Salvador's politics, joins to discuss President Nayib Bukele's controversial approach to gang violence and its impact on democracy. They analyze how Bukele's aggressive tactics have temporarily reduced crime but led to significant human rights abuses. The conversation delves into Bukele's media manipulation and populist strategies that bolster his popularity, while also drawing parallels with global authoritarian trends, offering a cautionary tale for democracy.
