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Chile Elects Far-Right Leader José Antonio Kast, Marking a Political Shift

José Antonio Kast has been elected as Chile's president, winning 58% of the vote in a runoff against leftist candidate Jeannette Jara. His victory signifies a significant political shift towards ultra-conservative policies, reminiscent of the Pinochet era, with a focus on strict immigration measures and national security. This election reflects a growing trend of right-wing leadership in Latin America amid rising concerns over crime and immigration.

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Chile Elects Far-Right Leader José Antonio Kast, Marking a Political Shift

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The Guardian18 hours ago

Chile’s new far-right head is latest Latin American leader to ride hardline wave to power

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José Antonio Kast has been elected as Chile's president, winning 58.16% of the vote in a runoff against leftist candidate Jeannette Jara. His victory has been celebrated by various right-wing leaders globally, marking a significant shift in Chile's political landscape towards ultra-conservative policies, reminiscent of the era following Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship.

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The Wall Street Journal21 hours ago

Chile’s New Right-Wing Leader Rode the Antimigrant Wave Sweeping Latin America

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José Antonio Kast has been elected as Chile's president, marking the most right-wing leadership since the end of Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. His campaign emphasized ultra-conservative policies, including strict immigration measures and a focus on national security, aligning him with other right-wing leaders in Latin America.

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France 24a day ago

Radical right grows in South America as Chile elects its most right-wing leader since Pinochet

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José Antonio Kast has been elected as Chile's president, marking the first far-right leadership since Augusto Pinochet's regime ended in 1990. He won 58% of the vote against moderate communist candidate Jeannette Jara, who received 42%. Kast's campaign emphasized ultra-conservative policies, reflecting a significant shift in Chile's political landscape.

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Al Jazeeraa day ago

Who is Jose Antonio Kast, Chile’s newly elected far-right leader?

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Chile has elected Jose Antonio Kast, a far-right candidate, as its next president, marking a significant political shift as he is viewed as the most right-wing leader since Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. Kast secured 58% of the votes against leftist rival Jeannette Jara, emphasizing his campaign on anti-crime and strict immigration policies.

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France 24a day ago

Chile's far-right Jose Antonio Kast scores landslide win in presidential election

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Chile's far-right politician Jose Antonio Kast has won the presidential election with nearly 60% of the vote, defeating leftist candidate Jeanette Jara. This victory marks a significant political shift in Chile, as Kast's win follows two previous unsuccessful attempts at the presidency.

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France 24a day ago

Who is Chile's new far-right president Jose Antonio Kast?

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Chile has elected its most right-wing president in 35 years, with arch-conservative Jose Antonio Kast winning on an anti-crime and anti-immigration platform, securing 58% of the vote against leftist rival Jeannette Jara. His victory marks a significant shift in the political landscape, reminiscent of the era of former dictator Augusto Pinochet.

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France 24a day ago

Jose Antonio Kast: Who is Chile's new ultra-conservative president?

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Jose Antonio Kast, an ultra-conservative former congressman, has won Chile's presidential election, reflecting a significant shift in the country's political landscape as concerns over crime and immigration have propelled the electorate towards the right. His campaign emphasized strict law and order policies and plans to deport undocumented migrants.

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The Wall Street Journala day ago

Chile Elects Most Right-Wing President of Post-Pinochet Era

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José Antonio Kast has been elected as Chile's president, marking the most right-wing leadership since the end of Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. His campaign focused on ultra-conservative policies, including plans to build a border wall and expel undocumented migrants, reflecting a significant shift in the political landscape of the country.

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BBC News2 days ago

Chile elects far-right José Antonio Kast as next president

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Chile has elected José Antonio Kast, a far-right candidate, as its next president, marking a significant shift in the political landscape as he is viewed as the most right-wing leader since Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. His campaign emphasized ultra-conservative policies, including strict immigration measures and a focus on law and order.

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The Wall Street Journal2 days ago

Chile Elects Most Right-Wing President of Post-Pinochet Era

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