By Guillermo E. Devoto

On Sunday, November 19, Argentina voted in Javier Milei, a candidate until recently unknown in the political spectrum. Milei was a novelty due to his unusual ways to communicate and his radical programs, but he knew how to interpret the demand for change from his countrymen. Milei obtained an 11-point lead over his opponent, the current Minister of Economy, Sergio Massa, the largest lead in the history of the runoff system in Argentina.

Argentina has a history of decades – with few exceptions – of populist policies carried out by traditional politicians who made serious errors in economic and social matters while, in many cases, becoming personally enriched.

The vote for Milei and his party La Libertad Avanza (Freedom Advances), reflects the frustration that a large majority of Argentines have felt with the current government led by an inefficient alliance between President Alberto........

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