Nelson Raúl de Zabla
Digital editor at El Faro, a digital news outlet in El Salvador, covering politics since 2013. Fled to the United States after an arrest warrant was issued for him in El Salvador.
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May 22, 2025 • 45min
What life is really like in El Salvador under Bukele’s 'iron fist'
Nelson Raúl de Zabla, a digital editor who fled El Salvador after government threats, joins Manisha Gilman, a political science professor and author, to discuss life under President Bukele's iron fist. They delve into the dramatic drop in homicide rates contrasted with the staggering imprisonment of 2% of the population. The conversation reveals controversial government tactics, hidden gang deals, and the erosion of civil liberties. They also reflect on how these developments echo concerns about democracy within the U.S.
