Describe Chile’s failed attempt at democracy during Pinochet’s rule.(1 point)

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Pinochet was ousted in favor of Allende’s socialist government.
Pinochet was ousted in favor of Allende’s socialist government.

Less than half of Latin Americans favored democracy during Pinochet’s government.
Less than half of Latin Americans favored democracy during Pinochet’s government.

Chile had a successful democratic presidential election in 2021 after anti-government protests.
Chile had a successful democratic presidential election in 2021 after anti-government protests.

Pinochet’s government was condemned for its brutal tactics, but celebrated for its economic successes.

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Pinochet's rule in Chile was a failed attempt at democracy as he came to power through a military coup, overthrowing the democratically elected government of Salvador Allende. Pinochet's regime was marked by widespread human rights abuses, political repression, and censorship. Despite some economic successes, the lack of political freedoms and violations of human rights under Pinochet's rule severely undermined any democratic progress in Chile.