Chile votes on a new constitution in a referendum, a process sparked by protests against the nation's government and deep inequality. Gustavo Gatica, blinded during the protests, plans to vote against the proposed charter, which is seen as pulling the nation more to the right. The complex process highlights the challenges of democratic governance.
Chileans are voting on a new constitution that could shift the country to the right. The process began with left-wing protests in 2019, sparked by deep inequality and government dissatisfaction. The protests led to the decision to replace the Chilean Constitution, a legacy of the nation's military dictatorship. However, the proposed new charter has divided opinions, with some feeling it would pull the nation further to the right. The vote marks the end of a four-year process that has been tumultuous and divisive. Both the left and right have struggled to find common ground, resulting in a proposed constitution that has raised concerns about its potential impact on issues such as abortion and discrimination. Despite the outcome of the vote, the future of Chile remains uncertain.
Chileans are voting on a new constitution that could shift the country to the right. The process began with left-wing protests in 2019, sparked by deep inequality and government dissatisfaction. The protests led to the decision to replace the Chilean Constitution, a legacy of the nation's military dictatorship. However, the proposed new charter has divided opinions, with some feeling it would pull the nation further to the right. The vote marks the end of a four-year process that has been tumultuous and divisive. Both the left and right have struggled to find common ground, resulting in a proposed constitution that has raised concerns about its potential impact on issues such as abortion and discrimination. Despite the outcome of the vote, the future of Chile remains uncertain.