So I just read this article called “El ejercicio de las mayorías y el camino a La Moneda” by Patricio López and it was really interesting. Basically, the article talks about how the exercise of majorities and the path to La Moneda (the presidential palace in Chile) are closely related.
According to López, the exercise of majorities refers to how political parties and leaders try to gain popular support by appealing to the majority of the population. This is often done through rallies, speeches, and other public events that aim to persuade people to vote for a certain candidate or party.
However, López argues that the exercise of majorities can also be problematic, as it can lead to a focus on winning at all costs rather than on representing the interests of all citizens, even those who don’t necessarily align with the majority.
As someone who’s lived in Chile for a few years, I can definitely see how this plays out in their political climate. There’s a lot of polarization and divisiveness, and it often feels like politicians care more about winning than about actually governing in a way that benefits everyone.
Overall, I think this article is really important because it highlights some of the underlying issues with the way politics are conducted in Chile (and in other countries as well). It’s crucial that we find ways to work together and represent all voices, not just the loudest or most powerful ones.
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