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US Sides with El Salvador in Abolishing Presidential Term Limits, Raising Democracy Concerns
The US State Department has voiced rare support for El Salvador's decision to abolish presidential term limits, paving the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite reelection. Critics argue this move undermines democracy.
The US State Department has voiced rare support for El Salvador's decision to abolish presidential term limits, paving the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite reelection. Critics argue that this move undermines democracy as it allows a leader to maintain power indefinitely. The US backing for El Salvador's action has sparked a debate about the implications of term limit abolition on democratic governance.
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