Chile’s New Far-Right President José Antonio Kast Raises Alarm Over Mapuche Rights and A Revival of Pinochet-Era Repression

Chile’s New Far-Right President José Antonio Kast Raises Alarm Over Mapuche Rights and A Revival of Pinochet-Era Repression

Santiago, Chile. On March 11, 2026 far-right politician José Antonio Kast was inaugurated as president of Chile, marking a sharp shift in the country’s political direction. Kast, 55, is a polarizing figure whose political career—and family history—have drawn …

Mapuche Lonko (chief) holding photo of imprisoned activists. : Photo: LangellePhoto.org. Santiago, Chile. On March 11, 2026 far-right politician José Antonio Kast was inaugurated as president of Ch… [+6130 chars]
Chile’s New Far-Right President José Antonio Kast Raises Alarm Over Mapuche Rights and A Revival of Pinochet-Era Repression - FHMnews