Why Salvadorians Stand Behind Nayib Bukele's "Dictatorship" | Ep. 44
The transformation of El Salvador under President Nayib Bukele is examined through the personal lens of a Salvadorian who witnessed the country's violent past and remarkable turnaround. This deeply personal account contrasts El Salvador's former status as the murder capital of the world with its current standing as a rapidly developing nation focused on safety, Bitcoin adoption, and tourism. • Once plagued by horrific gang violence, El Salvador has undergone a dramatic transformation under Nayib Bukele's leadership • Personal stories of friends and community members murdered by gangs highlight the severity of pre- Nayib Bukele violence • Gang members previously extorted "rent" from civilians, with non-payment often resulting in death for entire families • The economic reality of earning in colones but spending in US dollars created unsustainable financial pressure • Under Nayib Bukele, El Salvador has become one of the safest countries in the region, allowing for economic development • Critics focus on authoritarian methods without acknowledging the context of previously uncontrolled violence • Bukele maintains relationships with both the US and China, prioritizing El Salvador's interests over ideological alignment • Bitcoin adoption represents a forward-thinking approach to building economic independence Visit our sponsor Epic Water Filters at the link in the description and use code CG1 for 15% off your purchase. 00:10 Introduction to Nayib Bukele Discussion 03:11 A Wholesome Church Experience 12:09 Growing Up in El Salvador 15:29 The Reality of Gang Violence 31:48 Why Salvadorians Support Nayib Bukele 50:30 Bitcoin and International Relations 1:04:30 Looking Forward and Final Thoughts Website Link: https://www.epicwaterfilters.com/?ref... Discount Code: CG1 MY LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/closgranados LISTEN ON: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P2tHAI... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/131... PODCAST WEBSITE: https://carlosgranadospodcast.buzzspr... MY SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: / clos.granados Facebook: / carlosgranadosyt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clos.granados... Join MY CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO ALL THE PERKS: / @carlosgranados1
