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politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Chile's Struggle with Neoliberalism: A Constitutional Crossroads

Chile's 2019 social explosion and subsequent constitutional convention were driven by dissatisfaction with the neoliberal model. However, the convention became mired in identity politics and infighting, leading to a rejected constitutional draft. Unforeseen events like the pandemic and immigration concerns shifted Chilean politics to the right. The failure of the constitutional experiment reflects a polarized society and an unchanged economic model. Voters are seeking stable jobs, security, good pensions, immigration enforcement, and affordable healthcare, which neither the left nor the right has been able to deliver. The future of Chile's economy remains uncertain.

via Compact Mag|

#chile #constitutional-convention #identity-politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Newsom Pushes for 28th Amendment to Address Gun Violence Crisis"

California Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a 28th Amendment to the US Constitution that enshrines fundamental, broadly supported gun safety measures into law, including universal background checks, raising the firearm purchase age to 21, instituting a firearm purchase waiting period, and barring the civilian purchase of assault weapons. The amendment will leave the 2nd Amendment unchanged and respect America's gun-owning tradition. Passage of the 28th Amendment will require a convention to propose amendments to the US Constitution, and California will be the first state in the nation to call for such a convention.

via Office of Governor Gavin Newsom|

#28th-amendment #california #constitutional-convention