The revival of populism in Latin America


	The revival of populism in Latin America

righthand

6-20-2007 5:15 PM

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chavez, latinamerica, venezuela, usa, bolivia, ecuador, un

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Populism has started to reengineer the economic equation in those countries in which it has gained power. In recent years, neo-liberal-flavored institutions and policies -- such as relentless privatization and deflationary policies -- have tended to slash public sector employment as a percentage of the economy.

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