Michael Albertus

Michael Albertus is an associate professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago. He is author, most recently, of Authoritarianism and the Elite Origins of Democracy.

Stories by Michael Albertus
Pedro Castillo of Perú Libre waves to supporters.

Peru’s New President Isn’t as Radical as He Looks
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A Chilean holds a flag from the Comunist Party of Chile to celebrate victory after the end Constitutional Convention Elections weekend on May 16 in Santiago, Chile.

Chile’s Constitution Is Too New for Its Own Good
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Supporters of Hernando de Soto attend a campaign rally.

Peru’s Election Is About to Make Its Problems Worse
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A man in a Donald Trump mask joins a Mariachi Band and an immigration rights activists rally in front of the White House on June 5, 2018 in Washington.

Never Give Strongmen a Second Chance
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A demonstrator supporting ousted President Martín Vizcarra holds a Peruvian flag during a protest against the government of then-interim President Manuel Merino in Lima on Nov. 14.

Peru Needs a New Constitution
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