El Salvador's Controversial Leader: From Crackdowns to Reelection
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President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador won reelection in a landslide, known for his self-proclaimed "coolest dictator" nickname and controversial war on gangs. Despite concerns about human rights and democracy, his crackdown on gangs and improvements to safety have garnered widespread support, even amidst voting irregularities and a controversial decision allowing him to skirt a ban on immediate reelection.
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- He Cracked Down on Gangs and Rights. Now He's Set to Win a Landslide. The New York Times
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