United, not divided: Chile votes to end Pinochet’s legacy

On 25 October, Chile had an unprecedented referendum – and a historic result. Chileans were asked if they wanted to replace a constitution imposed during the dark days of Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship four decades ago. Overwhelmingly, they said yes, writes Andrea Encalada García (Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity). “Apruebo”, meaning approval for the drafting … Continue reading United, not divided: Chile votes to end Pinochet’s legacy