How Chile Is Fending Off the Extremes of Right and Left Wing Populism

The Wall Street Journal•Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 3:00:00 AM

Chile is preparing for an upcoming presidential election featuring a communist candidate and a conservative Catholic. This election is significant as it highlights the tension between extreme right and left-wing populism in the country. Observers speculate that Chile's centrist institutions, which have historically played a stabilizing role, are likely to prevail in this political contest. The outcome could influence the future political landscape of Chile and its approach to governance amidst rising populist sentiments.

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