And success itself: by lifting millions out of poverty, the MAS lost sway over many citizens no longer moved by its plebeian, pro-indigenous, anti-oligarchic message. This also happened in Brazil and Argentina.

Three forces drove the MAS’s collapse: the economic and BoP crisis from collapsing gas revenues—the perennial curse of extractivism in South America; internal factionalism that paralyzed government and fractured society and the bases of the party...

Rodrigo Paz can be defined as a centre-right politician, associated with moderate, market-oriented policies. He is seen as a 'pragmatic' leader, emphasizing institutional stability, fiscal 'responsibility', and consensus-building. Previously he dismissed libertarianism and Milei-style politics.

Gutted. Diane Keaton’s smile made the world feel a little freer.