Chileans Reject Conservative Constitution, Pave Way for Change

Chileans have rejected a new conservative constitution in a national referendum, marking the second time in less than two years that a proposed constitution has been rejected. The rejection highlights the deep divisions within the country, as Chileans remain divided over the rules and principles that should govern the nation. The constitutional process, once seen as a model of democratic participation, has now become an example of the challenges of democracy, particularly in the internet age. The rejection of the proposed constitution is a bitter outcome, as it signifies a failure to channel the hopes of achieving a new constitution that would be inclusive for all.