Chile is on the verge of replacing its Pinochet-era constitution with a radically progressive new alternative. Three years after mass protests swept the nation, an elected group of citizens has rewritten its constitution. It could replace the one enacted when a military dictatorship ruled the country from 1973 to 1990. The new document, which voters will have to decide on in September, brings to the fore indigenous rights, environmental protection and public services. But not everyone agrees with this bold new direction. We take a look at how Chile got to this point and the obstacles preventing it from becoming a reality. Characteristics:
Pablo Abufom, activist, Solidarity
Nothing is Foreign is a podcast from CBC News and CBC Podcasts. A week-long journey to where history unfolds. Presented by Tamara Khandaker.
