Professor at the Catholic University of Temuco (UCT), Chile. Associate Researcher at the Center for Public Policies at the university. Doctor in Political Science and Master in Politics and Government at the Universidad Diego Portales (UDP).
The decisive victory of Kast reflects the electorate’s shift toward a demand for order and certainty, highlighting the limits of political promises and the real capabilities of governance.
Two months after the death of former President Piñera, his legacy is a subject of debate. For some, he was a builder of bridges and regional institutions, while others see him as the precursor of the radical populist right in the southern country.
While national elections enjoy a great deal of media attention, the same is not true for local elections. However, they have a great impact on the national political configuration.
