Populism in El Salvador

It is uniting the country behind a new consensus rather than dividing it.

The country has become considerably safer, with approval ratings for Bukele above 90%.

It is similar, but Bukele has been successful in reducing crime, whereas others often fail.

<p>The 'coolest dictator in the world'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has led to a rise in authoritarianism, with Bukele becoming a national hero.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The model of leadership of Singapore's Lee Kuan Yew, who was ruthless, authoritarian, but successful in building a stable and prosperous society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main reason was the high levels of violence in El Salvador, with the country being one of the most violent in the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A truce between the government and gangs fell apart, leading to a surge in killings by gangs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consequence was the suspension of constitutional guarantees and the imprisonment of many people, including those wrongly accused, and it was widely approved by the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Democracy in El Salvador is dead, with Congress and the Supreme Court being heavily influenced by Bukele, and the press being muzzled.</p> Signup and view all the answers