Despite the concerns over the new president's policies including privatization and minimal government involvement, many Argentinians believe in giving him a chance. Some individuals view his background as an economist and expert as a solid foundation for the country's economy. Others emphasize the need to wait and see his performance over the four years of his term before passing judgment. Many Argentinians, regardless of whether they voted for him or not, are willing to endure potential short-term challenges in the hope that his policies might bring long-term benefits to the country, reflecting a general willingness to support the president's initiatives.
US inflation feels bad until you look at Argentina’s, which is breaking 200 percent. Today, Explained’s Sean Rameswaram reports from Buenos Aires, where residents are divided over their new anarcho-capitalist President Javier Milei’s shock therapy.
This episode was reported by Sean Rameswaram, produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard and Jesse Alejandro Cottrell, engineered by David Herman with help from Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King.
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