The Violence of Democracy

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Examining the intersection of violence and democracy, this book delves into postwar El Salvador, where war legacies and neoliberal policies have intertwined political life with various forms of violence. Through ethnographic research, it uncovers hidden ties between violent entrepreneurs and political figures, the merging of legal and illegal economies, and the resurgence of wartime conflicts during elections. Additionally, it highlights the role of grassroots memory initiatives and political shifts in fostering hope and potentially transforming the country's violent democratic landscape.