Augusto Pinochet

Augusto Pinochet was the dictator of Chile from 1973 to 1990, leading a brutal regime marked by human rights abuses. He is newsworthy due to the recent election of José Antonio Kast as Chile's president. Kast, representing the far-right, is the first head of state in Chile since Pinochet's exit. Kast's cabinet appointments, including ex-lawyers of Pinochet as ministers of defense and human rights, highlight the enduring legacy and controversial nature of Pinochet's rule. This has sparked concern and discussion about the direction of Chile under Kast's leadership and the potential impact on human rights and social justice.