Analysis: A new Dawn for Presidency in Chile pt 2

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Channel: Islam Channel · 2014 · News & Politics

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We've been talking about the presidential elections in Chile. The first round brought
victory for centre-left candidate Michelle Bachelet. But she has her critics. They say
she is uncritical of foreign investors, particular from a America, a country which is not
thought of fondly by many Chileans. She has also previously come under criticism for the treatment of the indigenous Mapuche Indians during her previous administration, where demands return of ancient ancestral land fell on deaf ears. Mapuche separatists have been involved in violent confrontations with security forces. Like many countries in Latin America, Chile's relationship with its indigenous population continues to be tense.

We joined by the same guests from part one: Dr. Monica Threlfall, Reader in European Politics, London Metropolitan University, Nina Lopez, Legal Action for Women and on skype Dr. Kristina Mani,Politics Department of Oberlin University.

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