The article highlights Latin America's unexpected vitality in democratic spirit, despite struggles marked by authoritarian regimes and socio-economic issues. Unlike other regions that emerged from the Cold War with instability, many Latin American countries transitioned to constitutional rule by the late 1980s. This resilience showcases a deeper commitment to democracy, which historically embraced not only civil rights but also economic rights as exemplified by Franklin Delano Roosevelt's vision. The region's experience serves as a potential source of hope for those combating authoritarianism today, underlining the importance of social democracy.
For all its maladies, for all its rightwing dictators and leftwing caudillos, for all its failings when it comes to democratic institutions, the region's democratic spirit is surprisingly vital.
By the time the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, most of its anti-communist dictatorships had given way to constitutional rule, highlighting the region's unique democratic resilience.
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