"Modelos dictatoriales": UDI irá al TC para revertir creación de la Comisión contra la Desinformación

The right-wing party in Chile known as UDI (Independent Democratic Union) is planning to appeal the creation of a Commission against Disinformation, which seeks to prevent disinformation and propaganda in politics. The controversial move comes in response to the findings of the bill passed by the legislature to establish a truth commission on the Pinochet dictatorship and its consequences. UDI argues that the new law violates free speech and could lead to censorship and political persecution. UDI’s actions reflect a growing trend among right-wing parties in Latin America to resort to authoritarianism to suppress dissent and preserve their power.

The UDI’s move to overturn the creation of the Commission against Disinformation is a worrying development in a region already facing challenges to freedom of expression and democracy. It reveals a deep-seated fear among right-wing politicians that their authoritarian regimes may be brought down by criticism and dissent. The need for independent media and public access to information becomes even more pressing in such circumstances, where government officials refuse to engage in transparent and accountable governance. The case of Chile underscores the importance of a free press and robust civil society in countries around the world.