Michelle Bachelet, a beloved president

Latest update: 28/05/2009

- Chile - Michelle Bachelet

A divorcee and self-proclaimed agnostic, Michelle Bachelet made history three years ago by becoming Chile’s first female head of state in a nonetheless traditionalist country. Very popular, the president has a 67% approval rating.

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- Chile - Michelle Bachelet

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