🌎 Big news: earlier this month, Chileans elected far-right leader José Antonio Kast with over 58% of the vote—marking the biggest rightward shift since the end of military rule in 1990.
🔒 The hot topics were security, immigration and crime. Kast's tough-on-crime promises and stricter border controls resonated with voters worried about safety. Sound familiar? We've seen similar debates on privacy versus public security in cities like Mumbai, Jakarta and Manila.
🤝 His rival, Jeannette Jara from the left-wing coalition, campaigned on expanding social programs and more inclusive immigration policies but couldn't close the gap this time.
📆 What's next? Kast takes office in early 2026. Will his hardline stance balance safety with human rights? As connected global citizens, our online voices and activism can shape the conversation. Stay tuned! 👀
Reference(s):
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