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Presidentialism and Legislative-Executive Gridlock in Latin America

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Research shows that when the president's party does not control congress, legislative output in Latin America can drop by up to 80%, leading to frequent policy blocking and presidential efforts to bypass the legislature via decrees.

Why this is interesting

Ever wonder why some countries seem stuck on important policies for years? In many Latin American nations, presidents and legislators are locked in a tug-of-war that can stall entire governments. What causes this chronic stalemate?