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Holding Power Accountable: Santiago Acosta's Fight for Transparency in Chile

Date: Mar 11 2026
Podcasts

This compelling episode of Atlas Network with Michael Carnuccio dives into the work of Santiago Acosta, international programs manager at IdeaPaís, a Chilean think tank, to uncover the transformative 'government track record' initiative. This program meticulously tracks political promises against actual performance, exposing the gaps in Chile’s public administration. Acosta shares insights into the project's impacts, challenges to transparency, and its broad influence across Latin America. The episode also discusses Acosta's personal journey from Venezuela to Chile and the inspiring role of Atlas Network in supporting these initiatives.

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Show Notes / Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to IdeaPaís

00:24 Chile's Government Accountability Initiative

01:58 Challenges and Discoveries in Government Promises

08:56 Impact and Success of the Initiative

21:20 Expanding Transparency Across Latin America

24:58 Partnership with Atlas Network

37:18 Personal Reflections and Future Goals

53:46 Conclusion and Call to Action

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