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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 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.
Pinochet’s government was condemned for its brutal tactics, but celebrated for its economic successes.
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The statement that best describes Chile’s failed attempt at democracy during Pinochet’s rule is:
Pinochet’s government was condemned for its brutal tactics, but celebrated for its economic successes.
This reflects the duality of Pinochet's regime, which, while known for human rights abuses, also implemented significant economic reforms that some point to as successful.
