64b - La presidencia de Illia (1963 - 1966) (Canal Encuentro)
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The text introduces the challenges faced by President Ilia in attempting to empower Congress and republican institutions, contrasting with the dominance of the military and influential corporations like unions in Argentina.
Ilia's Political Challenges
- President Ilia aims to elevate the role of Congress and republican institutions but encounters a country largely controlled by the military and powerful entities such as unions.
Economic Policies Under Ilia
- Ilia's government focuses on enhancing the State's active role economically.
- A law is passed to reduce medication costs and all petroleum contracts from Crondici's era are annulled for renegotiation, leading to backlash from various groups including conservatives and liberals.
- These actions cause discontent within the U.S. government.
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This section delves into how President Ilia's nationalist policies create adversaries while his relationship with Peronism deteriorates, resulting in significant unrest due to governmental interference in union funds and internal elections.
Nationalist Policies Impact
- President Ilia's nationalist policies lead to new enemies, worsening ties with Peronism.
- Government attempts to control union funds spark strikes and factory occupations that paralyze Argentina for six weeks.
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The text explores Perón’s strained relationship with certain CGT leaders, particularly Bandor, amid efforts for Perón’s return thwarted by military pressures. This leads to a shift towards supporting more militant union sectors.
Strained Relations & Failed Return of Perón
- Tensions between Perón and some CGT leaders escalate as Bandor plans a bold political move for Perón’s return.
- Military pressure results in Perón’s failed return attempt, causing him to distance himself from Bandor while encouraging more combative union factions.